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Can you give me any facts on the Happy are the Children cookie jar that is all white with a brown cover? When was it made and was it a premium given out by Pillsbury. If so, why was it given out? What would the value be on a perfect jar? Ban
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Futura 1 quart water pitcher
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We acquired this through an online auction recently. The shape and size is that of a futura f-16 water pitcher, but the decoration is not like anything i have ever seen.It appears to be signed "MB", which you can see in the lower right of the attached photo. I have attached the best overall photo from the auction catalog and have 3 others, but I can’t seem to load more than one. Thanks, RJ
5 gallon Red Wing Shoulder Jug
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Here is a another piece to a collection I found. It’s got a jug like top, with one chip you can see below the company marking. Can you tell me what it’s worth, and when it was made? I’m not a collector of pottery, just a one man storage operation. These were in a unit that was abandoned. Can you tell me where the best place to market these would be? If they have antique value….I’d like them in the hands of a collector. Thanks, Will
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15 gallon large wing crock
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This came out of one on my reclaimed storage units. There are several other pottery items as well. I thought I’d start here. Can you tell me what this is worth, when it was made etc? It’s a red wing….I belive 15 gallon crock. It does have a light crack on one side and a chip. I seem to only be able to load one photo, so let me know if you need more. Thanks, Will
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Red Wing 259
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I have a Red Wind yellow with leaves aound the side and on the spot. It labeledRed Wind 259. Is it colleable and what is is worth. Thanks al
Answer: Hi Al
Your vase was a pretty popular shape, it was made for several years, from 1932 to around 1946. Value is about 25.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose
Red Wing Nokomis 205 shape
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I’d appreciate any information you might give me on my Red Wing Vase. It looks very much like the glaze ware "Nokomis" that’s pictured on your site. Height of vase is 7 1/2" and in ginger jar shape with rim on top. Bottom of vase is stamped blue ink in circle design "Red Wing Pottery" with word "ART" in center. #205 is hand etched to left of stamp-mark, and in pencil mark the letters or initials "KBL". Glaze is both flat and glossy, and colors of earthy browns and moss greens. I hope I have supplied enough info. that you may give date of piece and value. Thank You so very much. Sue
Answer: Hi Sue
with the shape number, and your description of the glaze, I’m sure it is Nokomis. It dates to around 1930. The Nokomis glaze is fairly rare, value is around 175.00. thanks, steve & rose
Red Wing USA H505, Blossom Time dinnerware pattern vase
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I have a vase approximately 11" tall, cream colored with pink flowers and green leaves painted on one side. Stamped on the bottom is: Red Wing USA H505 as well as the Red Wing wing symbol that says "hand painted" under the "Red Wing". Sorry, no pic. How old is this? Does it have any value? Thank you. Sharon
Answer: Hi Sharon
these vases were done in 1953, the pattern is actually a dinnerware design. from your description, I think it’s called Blossom Time. the H is for handpainted. Value is around 150.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose
Ernest Sohn Beverage server
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I have a large green picture / tea pot with a lid it is aprox 11′ tall with the leaf design on the front and the same leaf design on the bottom it also says E.S. USA Is this Red Wind and if so what is the value it is in perfect condition. I also have a mall bowl with a handle or tab to hang it with that has the same design. Dianne
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Red Wing 207 pitcher
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Hello! I just received a sweet little green Red Wing pitcher, I believe in the 207 shape. I would love to know its history, but am having trouble distinguishing the numbers accompanying the "Red Wing Art" mark in blue on the bottom. The green finish has an interesting crackle effect. Thanks for your help! Patty
Answer: Hi Patty
it is shape 207, and dates to around 1930. the glaze is called light green, the crackle effect is normal. Value is around 70.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose
Red Wing USA 125, Provinical Bake Ware, 3 quart casserole
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I got this Red Wing pot yesterday from my Aunt’s house who recently passed away. It is brand new and says Red Wing USA 125 on the bottom. I don’t know what to do with it. Can you cook on top of stove or what? She had never used and was 83 years old. It is light brown on the outside and glazed on the inside. Kaye
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