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Link Link This 7 3/4" tall, 5 1/2" diameter pitcher was made in a mold I normally associate with saffron ware or sponge band pitchers. There are no markings on the bottom, only 3 stilt marks. I’d like to know the proper name for this and have any idea of a BV? I do have more pictures available. Bill
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10 gallon crock damaged during storm
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I have a redwing crock that was broken during a storm and the patio collasped. I need to find out what it was worth for insurance. I have the pieces stored in a box. It says ‘Red Wing, Union Stoneware Co, Red Wing Minn" Has a stamped red wing and also a blue ’10′ It has a rim around the top with two tunnels (?) for handles I believe. It is whitish glaze and was in good conditon. Thanks for any help. Jeanne
Minnesota Stoneware wax sealer
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I have a jug that I got from my Grandparents and was curious as to the history and value of the piece. It is a about 6 3/4 inches tall. Brown glazing and the bottom has the raised, stamped imprint ‘Minnasota Stoneware co redwing minn’ all in capital letters. What can you tell me?
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Red Wing 679 Cornucopia vase
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Vase Red Wing USA #679 excellant shape in a sea foam green cast.
Answer: there is a cornucopia type shape from Rumrill’s empire group, listed as #679. From 1938-39. Value around 60.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose
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I sent in a question around a week ago with pic. I never received acknowledgment that you got it. Do I need to resubmit?
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Tea pot shape 260
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I have a vintage red wing tea pot number 260 shaped like a lady. The skirt is the tea pot and her bust is the top. It is yellow in color. There are no chips or cracks so very good condition. It was my moms
Answer: Red Wing did make several figural teapots, these would be dinnerware, not artware. They wer emade in the late 30′s, early 40′s. I thin she is worth around 125.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose
60 gallon crock question follow up?
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Hi, I’m the guy who had Stacey talk to you about my 60-gal crock. well, its on e-bay now and there are lots of people with questions about the dark color near the bottom. I would like to ghive them a good answer what it is but I need help. Please call me Tom 612-597-4194 THANKS!
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Red WIng 822 vase
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I have a red wing usa vase #822 and cant seem to find any history on it through my amateur research. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks, Pam
Answer: Hi Pam, I have an 822 listed from 1938, about 13" tall, from Belle Kogan’s 100 line. Value si around 70.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose
Lexington Rose dessert plates
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I have 5 redwing small maybe dessert plates. On the front they have a picture of a rose with a green leaf and maybe some shawdow leaves. The dish is squared with rounded edges. They all have a chip on them except for two. On the back they have the upright wing with RedWing Pottery then Hand Painted. The RedWing is in script.
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Red Wing Saffron Pitcher
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I purchased a red wing shaffron advertised pitcher , however the pitcher is not signed on the bottom as red wing. I seller wanted $125.00 because the sprout of the pitcher is chipped, otherwise the pitcher is in good condition. I paid $110.00 for the pitcher. I did not send a picture. Can you tell me if the pitcher is authentic red wing if not signed on the bottom ? Thank you for your time.