6 gallon western stoneware crock

Question:
we have a western stoneware co. monmouth ill. with a #6 in blue in a maple leaf with also a very large and very clear dark blue cattail on it crock. Do you know how old and how much it could be worth?

 

Answer:

The crock would have been made in the 30′s I believe. Value in today’s market would be $75-$125. – Scott

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3 gallon Red Wing Crock

Question:
We have a crock that has a fancy 3 (in blue) beneath that a red "wing" and then a marking that says red wing union stoneware co. redwing minn. on it and would like to know the value of it. There is a fine line crack on it also. Julie
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10 gallon Red WIng Crock

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Hi, My grandmother has a ten gallon Red Wing crock that she uses to make kraut. It has the number ten stamped in blue. It also has a red wing logo a little smaller than a handprint on it. There is also another blue stamp that says Red Wing Stonewear company in an oval shape. There is wooden handles that hang off the side of it. I don’t think there are any cracks in it. Could you estimate a worth on it? Thank You Mitch
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er-Man-trout’s Homebaked Beans” 1 gallon crock

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I have the same "er-Man-trout’s Homebaked Beans" 1 gallon crock that was inquired about before on this site, but this one seems to be in pretty mint condition–I don’t see any real damage. I would like to sell it, but don’t know what price to put on it. Also, is there a "best" place to sell it, in order to reach the best market? Thank you so much for helping all of us "uninformed" ones out! Becky
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Crown Water Cooler

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I have a water cooler which is 11 and 3/4 inches tall. Around the middle it is approximately 30 inches. 2 inches from the top is a crown marking which is 2 1/2 inches wide from the crown tip and 1 3/4 high from the highest middle peak of the crown. The number 2 is in a circle in the middle and on each side of the 2 is a smaller circle and a triangle in a band. Under that are the letters USA in the section that would go on the head of the crown wearer. Approximately 5 inches down are two blue band which are a little over 1/2 inch thick. At the bottom is the spigot which is a heavy chromed piece. On the bottom of the cooler the letters USA are impressed into the bottom. I did some research and found that Ramsbottom uses this symbol, but found too many so called experts who gave conflicting information. Can you help me. Thank you, Nancy

 

Answer: There is no much valuse in this crown cooler maybe $100 at best. – Scott

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Blue and White pitcher with grapes

Question:
Hello, can you tell me anything about this Redwing Pitcher?? I’m assuming it’s their Northstar line, but would love some more info and also a value if possible. It’s 9" tall by 8" from spout to handle. Thank You, -Brad S. cbradgo@hotmail.com
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Blue Iris Pitcher and 20 gallon Red Wing Crock

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I have two pieces: 20 gallon crock with hairline crack down left side and a beautiful blue milk pitcher passed on from my grandmother that does have a chip out of the pour spout. I’ve included four pictures. Any idea of the date and value of each? Thank you very much for any assistance. Annamarie

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3 gallon Ball Lock Jar

Question:
I have a 3 gallon Red Wing. My mother thinks it’s value is about $900, and I want to see if that is close. I think it must be more, because I could not find many 3 gallon pieces on your site. Does that make this a rare piece?

Answer: In today’s market your Red Wing 3 gallon preserve (applesauce) jar in perfect condition and complete is valued between $225 & $250. Al Kohlman