Merrill Greer Chapman Co. mini jug

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I have a Merrill Greer Chapman Co. mini jug. It is approximately 2 1/4" in diameter and 2 1/2 " high. It has been in the family for many years. There is a small chip on the bottom of the back by the wing, otherwise it seems to be in good condition. I am interested in what the value might be.
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30 gallon Western Stoneware crock

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What is the age and value of our crock? We have owned it for 30 years and would like to sell it.It is in excellent condition with no cracks. It is 25"tall and the diameter is 22". There are 2 black metal handles with wood. The number 30 is on the side with a Maple Leaf. Below the Maple Leaf is printed Western Stoneware Company Monmouth Illinois. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you, Betsy
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Stone Mason Fruit Jars

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Hi,I found a Stone Mason Fruit Jar at my local thrift store . It says Union Stoneware Co. Red Wing,Minn. on the front.On the bottom it says PAT JAN 24 1899.It is gray in color.It appears to have had a lid at one time.Could you tell me if it is a authentic reproduction. Thank You Kathleen
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Red Wing Chimney Liner

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I was dismantling a chimney from a house built in 1929 or 1930 and the chimney was lined with a Red Wing chimney liner. It comes apart in sections about 2 feet tall and the size of the liner is approximately 1 foot square; the corners are rounded. They’re unglazed and red brick in color. I’ve done a bit of digging online and can’t find any information about these. What can you tell me about them? They’re in good condition with no cracks, although they are dirty. Are they of any value? I can take a picture if needed and email it to you. Paul Kirkman
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3 gallon, small wing water cooler

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My grandmother recently passed away and she had a Red Wing Watercooler and we are wondering if it has any value at all since it is broken. Nearly all of the bottom is missing. I dont believe it has a lid either. I am attaching a picture of what it looks like, but its not the actual piece. I can send a picture in a few days….but I was just hoping to get some sort of idea. I am thinking it has no value since it is so damaged??? Thank You so much!
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20 gallon, medium wing, stress cracks, and chain around

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I have a 20 gallon Red Wing crock that was left in my garage when I moved into the house. It was 3 large stress cracks in it with a 2 1/2 inch chip on the rim. In the picture you’ll see that the previous owner placed some type of a chain around it. I’m hoping this isn’t holding it together – I don’t think it is but I’m not sure. Is this piece worth anything with this type of damage? Thank you.
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two gallon Union Stoneware, Minn. crock

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I recently acquired this pot from a yard sale and have been researching it to find its origin and value. It’s a two gallon Union Stoneware, Minn., brown glaze on the interior, cobalt blue ’2′ on the front. No other markings. I’ve reached an impasse. Any help? Thank You, J. Panarese
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