50 gallon Crock, damage terms

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Hello, I am a small-time collector and recently joined the RWCS. I recently heard of a 50 gal. Wing crock and am talking with the owner. I have not seen it yet, but he tells me it has a "crack" about one third of the way down a side, and "spider" cracks in the bottom. I know nothing regarding size or severity, and he has not mentioned any other damage. I guess I’m interested in knowing what an expert might consider a "ballpark" value for a piece such as this. I know this is pretty vague, but I really have no idea even where to begun thinking in terms of value. I would appreciate any help you could give me. Thanks. -Ray
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South Chicago Wine & Liquor Jug

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Hi, I have not been able to find any other South Chicago advertising stoneware. This jug is 1/2 gallon and is in perfect condition. Are South Chicago advertising stoneware items rare? What would the value be of this jug be? Is it Redwing? Thank you
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2 gallon red wing crock

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I would like to sell a red wing NO 2 crock pot with lid in excellent condition Its about 2 feet tall not sure what to call it we have had it for over 30 years it was passed on markings red wing under the 2 then like a circle that says red wing minn I live in Hot Springs and do not want to ship it and since the condition is so nice would like to sale it for a fare price to a person who colects them I 79 and know I could go on ebay but not into that If you would be so kind to help me with the price it would be helpful thank you Jean Henry
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Red Wing Lid Styles and Size

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Hi Al, Have a couple question about crock lids. You have the button, bar and bail handled lids. Can you tell me which years each kind was made, or did they overlap years? Or did it depend on size fo lid? Also would you know what sizes would’ve had which handles. I have a 1-40 gallon crocks and will be working on the lids for them next. Any heip is greatly appreciated. Thanks For Your Time, Darrell
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