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Two handled teapot with sunflower and wheat decoration

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I have a piece I am not positive how to describe. It is of the sunflower and wheat pattern. It has two handled "teapots" one atop the other. It has a strainer that lays within the lower pot. The pattern is only on the upper portion. I have only seen the lower portion offered as a "teapot" on line($48.00). I do not believe it is a teapot. The two pieces together stand around 15 inches or so. I dont think the top has a spout. I am going from memory here as my ex will not return it and has been in the family for years. I am looking for a value that I can turn over to my lawyer. Of course dollars will never replace the family value. Hoping you can help me. Thanks so much Susie Snider
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4 gallon Red Wing Crock with bail handles

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I just purchased a red wing crock at a garage sale and want to know the value. The condition is excellent – has the bail handles – 4" red wing – stamped with a number 6 – stamped Patented Dec 2nd 1815 – stamped Red Wing Union Stoneware Co. Redwing, Minn Thanks Kristy
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Red Wing Union Stoneware stamp claificiation

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Al, About three weeks ago I submitted a question about a 2 gallon birch leaf with the ski oval. You mentioned that the ski oval was used from about 1895. I guess I am confused. On the RWCS pages it states that the ski oval was used between 1909-1915? The oval on my crock says "Red Wing Union Stoneware" which in the books says the company used that name between 1906-1936. So did they actually use this name on an oval before the company name change and if they did, Did all three companies use there own name stamps even during the period of 1894-1906 of the "Union Stoneware Company? Thanks Warren.
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Red Wing 1026 vase, Magnolia Group

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I have a red wing vase–marked # 1026 on the bottom–it is 14 inches tall–cream color—please give me info as to the name of the pattern and also ball park price figure— thanks Van

Answer: Hi Van

think this is a 1027, that would match the height. Part of the Magnolia group, from 1940. One of the larger vases in this group. Value is around 130.00. thanks, steve n rose

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5 gallon Red Wing crock

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I have a Redwing crock that was my grandmother’s. It is a white glazed crock with a blue oval shape containing the words: RED WING, Union Stoneware Co., Red Wing, Minn. Above the oval, which is at the bottom, is a painted red wing. Above the wing is a large painted blue 5. Can you tell me the value of the crock, and the age? Thank you. Leslie
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5 gallon Blue Band Red Wing Water Cooler

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I have a water cooler on top has two blue rings that goes around the cooler with 6 between the rings under the rings water cooler is spelled out below is picture of a red wing at the bottom is an oblong circle in side the circle red wing unmn Brune ware co Red nine Minn. The cooler has no chips glaze and markings looks great, missing led and handles. I would appreciate any information you could give Me. I was looking on e bay for the led they have 9 gallon led is that the same as a 6 gallon cooler led. Thanks Danny
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Salt Glaze crock with blue decoration -Meade Ohio

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Hello! In the process of cleaning out my grandmother’s garage attic, I came across a 4G crock (pic attached). It very closely resembles the Red Wing crock; however, there are no markings and I have a few concerns. First, the handles do not appear to be in the correct position for a RW. In addition, the crock is a gray/blue color. I am certain this is old, as no one has dared go into the attic in nearly 50 years. The only chip is seen in the picture and there are no cracks. If this is not a Red Wing crock, would you have an idea of the maker? Thank you so much for your time. It is GREATLY appreciated! Jean Kennedy, Muskegon, MI Jean
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