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Red Wing Sponge bowl with compliments F.R. Brownell Montezuma, Iowa advertising

Question:
I have a red wing spongewar 8" bowl with this in the bottom of the bowl: compliments F.R. Brownell Montezuma, Iowa. He told me his grandfather had a store in that town and gave these to customers a a complimentary gift between 1928 and 1939. Wondering if you can tell me more about the production and distribution of this bowl. What the original price was and how much it is worth. It is in very good condition. Any information is appreciated. Shirley Weber Dolleeweb@yahoo.com
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25 gallon signed Red Wing butterly

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25 gal salt glaze crock no cracks, chips or defects with dark blue butterfly on flower and red wing stoneware incised close to bottom at 180 degrees. no lid unable to send pic. would like to know price range thank you Harold
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10 gallon red wing crock

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I have a 10 gallon red wing crock Dated Dec-21-1913 One handle is broken but still there. There is a very fine 6 inch crack on the out side only next to the wing. Any Idea of the value? Adam
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Brushed Planter, Robinson Rainsbottom

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Hi! I originally thought this was a brushware Red Wing piece. I tried doing a little research on the internet and found one listed as a "Peter’s and Reed" piece. Could you give me any info you may have on it? Measures approx. 2 5/8 in. tall / approx. 7 3/4 in. across the top. Has a chip on the bottom rim. Thank you!! Troy

Answer: Hi Troy

this isn’t a Red Wing shape, I’m not sure of the maker. Another company might be Robinson Rainsbottom, out of Ohio. They made a lot of items like this one. Wish I could be of more help. thanks, steve n rose

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Village Green 1 gallon coffee server with stand

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I have a 11" tall RedWing lidded pitcher, with black metal stand. The pitcher is brown glazed, but the lid is a turquoise/green color. The pitcher has a knob on each side that fits into the metal stand, which accomodates a votive candle. The markings on the bottom say "Red Wing USA" Eva
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question from: steveoparker@hotmail.com.au

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Hello,

Could you please help to identify this cup and saucer set, and its approximate value. Please find a picture as an attachment.
It is a Johnson Brothers of England, with a floral design and gold rims on both the saucer and cup. The saucer is 11.5cm wide, and the cup is 6.7cm wide at the top. Both the cup and saucer have a ruffled edge.
Sincerely,
Steven Parker.
steveoparker@hotmail.com.au
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question from: steveoparker@hotmail.com.au

Question:
Hello,

Could you please help to identify this cup and saucer set, and its approximate value. Please find a picture as an attachment.
It is a Johnson Brothers of England, with a floral design and gold rims on both the saucer and cup. The saucer is 11.5cm wide, and the cup is 6.7cm wide at the top. Both the cup and saucer have a ruffled edge.
Sincerely,
Steven Parker.
steveoparker@hotmail.com.au
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