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Jolly Jars Sierra design

Question:

We just found a covered jar marked “Red Wing U.S.A. 725-L” at the bottom.  The lid has the number 725.  Where can we find out more information about the piece?

Thank you,

Dennis

Answer:

The item in the photo is a large Jolly Jar.  In 1960 Red Wing introduced three sets of Jolly Jars, each set with a different design.  Each set featured jars in three sizes (small, medium and large).  The names of the three designs were Sweet Shop, Mosaic and Sierra.  The jar in the photo is from the Sierra design and is the large size.  The L after the mold number indicates Large; the other two sizes logically included a S or an M after the number. 

Jolly Jars aren’t part of any dinnerware pattern, and they aren’t really art pottery either.  They were promoted in a brochure titled ”Giftware and Novelty Items”, so that is how they are categorized by most collectors.  Value for a Jolly Jar in excellent, undamaged condition is $40-50. 

Larry

Red Wing Luster Blue Vase

Question:

Hello

Was wondering if you could give me a little more info on this vase.  It stands a little over 7 and 3/4″ high and measures 16 – 1/4″ at widest circumference.

Outside blue inside pinkish. Reads Red Wing on bottom. But can not make out other inprint.

Any info will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

J & P

Answer: Hello
thanks for the pics, most helpful.  this was designed in 1942, I think the glaze is lusterblue/with pink.  value is around 30.00 or so.  thanks, steve n rose

10 gallon crock Red Wing salt glazed butterfly crock

Question:

Hi, I bought this 10 gallon crock at a consignment shop recently for $89, and would like you to help me determine what I have found! I just started collecting Red Wing Stoneware and only been buying the newer Zinc glaze crocks so don’t know much about the older Salt glazed pieces. In looking in my Red Wing Encyclopedia, it appears to be a Salt glazed Cobalt Blue Butterfly pattern crock. Please let me know what you think about the crock and what the value might be. There are no cracks or stains and the glaze is great, there is one small chip on each handle, that’s it! I’m really excited about this find, but would appreciate your expertize! Thanks! 

Fred 

Answer:

Fred’s 10 gallon crock is indeed a Red Wing salt glazed butterfly crock.  With the description stated and the size of the butterfly the value would be $900 to $1000 (unsigned).  What a great find and beautiful piece of Red Wing decorated salt glaze.   Al Kohlman

8 gallon Red Wing and 15 gallon Western

Question:

My mom’s has some stoneware that she is trying to sell for the property taxes.

I attached some photos for you. The Western does have a crack and I took a photo of that too.

 

Thank you again for all your help.

 

Melissa

Answer:

Melissa’s mother’s 8 gallon Red Wing crock with the 6 inch wing would have a value in today’s market at or close to $150 if cleaned up and in perfect condition.  The Western crock with the large crack would have a very low value, maybe $20 or so.  Al Kohlman

If it has no cracks or chips I would say in today’s market the range would be $125-$175 to a collector.

Thanks,
Scott

Vintage line, RumRill 616L

Question: Hello,

We recently acquired this wine decanter I understand was made between 1932-1937 and is Pamperian pattern 616L RumRill.  Can you please provide some additional information, if it’s rare and what it’s possibly worth?  It’s in near mint condition with no major chips or cracks that I can find. Please see attached pics  It stands 11.5″ tall x 9″ in diameter at the bottom base.  The neck is 6.25″ tall and the opening from handle to spout is 4″ long x 2.5″ wide.

Thank you in advance for your help and response.

Regards,
Grazia

Answer: Grazia
your ewer is part of the Vintage line from the mid 30′s.  the glaze is called Pompeian.  this particular shape has mirror image forms, hence, left and right.  Value is around 90.00 or so.  thanks, steve n rose

Rumrill 570, triple nude

Question:

I have a bluish green 570; what would be the current value, thanks, Lana

Answer: If it’s the RumRill triple nude shape, I would say around 500.00, maybe.  I haven’t seen any of these sell lately.  thanks, steve n rose

Red Wing 20 gallon transion leaf crock

Question:

Could you please tell me what you think this is worth?

Lovely 20 gallon Red Wing Crock with hand drawn leaves and the number 20 also hand drawn in blue.  It is stamped Union – Stoneware Co. – Red Wing, Minn.

It does have a crack near the back of the crock which does go all the way throught to the inside of the crock. It has been repaired by a previous owner.

Thank you for your time. Kim

Answer:  Kim, two back that crack is so large on your Red Wing 20 gallon transion leaf crock.  Value with the crack would be $500 to $600.  Still a very pretty piece.  Al

Bob White Cruets

Question:

Hello, Do you have any idea whether there was a Bob White design flower vase produced?Attached are three photos (views: front, side, back) of a piece I haven’t been able to find any specific information on… Any assistance would be appreciated. Zane

Answer:

Yes, the photo shows a Bob White cruet without a stopper.  I’ve attached a photo of a pair of cruets complete with stoppers and the wrought iron stand that came with them.  (In later years the stand was made with copper rather than black iron). 

Bob White Cruet with Iron Stand apart

Larry

Gypsy Trail “Plain” cruet

Question:

Hi!  

 

I have a question for the artware folks:  can you tell me anything about this little teal-glazed vase?  It stands 3-3/4 inches tall and is only about 2-1/2 inches wide.  It’s marked “Red Wing” on the bottom and is glazed in white on the inside.

Can you help?

Thanks!

Martha

Answer:

The item in the photo is not a vase.  It is a turquoise cruet from the “Plain” dinnerware pattern, which is part of the vast Gypsy Trail line.  It was made in the late 1930s and was available in turquoise, yellow, orange, blue and ivory.  Value for this cruet is $25-30 if it is in excellent condition. 

Larry

fish-shaped casserole

Question:

I inherited this green coy fish from my grandmother who lived in lake city, mn.  I know little else besides it has red wing written on the bottom.

Answer:

Besides RED WING USA there should also be a three digit number on the bottom.  If the number is 248, the item is a fish-shaped casserole.  If the number is 247, then it is a marmite (individual casserole) and is considerably smaller than the casserole.  Fish and Chicken shaped casseroles and marmites were made in the mid 1940s and were part of the Gypsy Trail Hostess Ware group.   Assuming excellent condition with no damage or staining, value for the marmite is $40-60 and the casserole $60-80.

Larry

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