5 Gallon Shoulder Jug

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Question:
This 5 gal. jug was in my father-in-law’s garage. The Red Wing on the front is 4 1/2 inches. The blue oval has Red Wing, Union Stoneware Co., Red Wing, Minn in it. Can you estimate when it was made and the current value? Thanks.

 

Answer: Your Red Wing 5 gallon shoulder jug was most likely manufactured between 1915 and 1930. In mint condition, it has a value between $75 & $125. Al Kohlman