Question:
MAGNOLIA. I have a set of 4 each dinner plates, cups, saucers & small plates. My mother won these in a contest years ago, and gave them to me when I ran away from home @25 YOA. Mom, brother & I use the plates for Sunday dinner weekly. I\’d just be interested in info & approx value. Thanks! Jeanne

Answer: Magnolia dinnerware was one of many patterns in Red Wing’s Concord line. It was made for about 10 years, from the late 1940s (probably 1947) through 1956. Flatware (plates and bowls) feature the Magnolia flower in shades of green, white and black. Hollowware (accessory pieces) were available in three solid colors: Chartreuse, Gray and Metallic Brown. Magnolia was a good seller for Red Wing and it is quite plentiful today.

Your Magnolia serving pieces are common. While there are Magnolia collectors, most will already have these items and are seeking pieces that are more difficult to find. The values below assume excellent condition.
Dinner plate: $10-15
Cup & saucer: $10-15 (Metallic brown cup is worth a bit more)
Small plate: $5-10

Given the family history of your Magnolia pieces and the relatively low values, using them to serve Sunday dinner to your family is an excellent use. Enjoy them!

Larry