Question:
We have a Redwing Crock that has the red wing marking with 2, that is attached to a two foot section of pipe. The pipe has a screw on the end which might indicate that it was attached to something. It was found buried on land near Farm Island Lake in MN where there used to be a maple syrup business. Can you tell me what it is and what it might have been used for? Also, does it have value. Thanks Deb

Answer:
Deb, your question is somewhat difficult to answer without a photo of your crock. I think what you are describing is a 2 gallon Red Wing crock with a spigot hole. These were made by Red Wing as small coolers, for laboratories and used for various reasons. If this is what it is, then depending on condition, size of the Red Wing and if it has an oval or no oval, the price can range from $100 to $300 if in mint condition. With a photo, I could give you a better description and more accurate value. Al Kohlman

Question:

We have a red wing 10 gallon water cooler with st. paul book and stationery advertisement on it. there is no spigot. how much do you think it is worth. it is in great shape. thanks Brenda

Answer:
Brenda, if your 10 gallon water cooler with the St. Paul’s advertising is in mint condition but has no lid the value is between $600 & $700. If you have the mint lid ad another $600.

Hope this helps. Al Kohlman

Question:
I have a medium size stoneware mixing bowl. It ‘s well over 100 years old. It has a wire and wood handle on it that comes over the top of it. The markings on the bottom read THE GERMAN, IT has a star in the very middle. and reads ACIDPROOF on the bottom. I was told you might able help me. I can ‘t seem to find anything out about this bowl. Thanks Jeff

Answer:
Jeff, I am afraid I cannot help you with your bowl. From your description, I can assure you it was not manufactured by any of the stoneware companies in Red Wing.

Sorry I couldn’t be of more help. Al Kohlman

Question:
Could you please let us know the value of the 8 gallon Deer Lobby Jars.We are downsizing and have 2-a signed green one and an unsigned tan. Also a 7inch high Union Stoneware Mason Jar. Bottom marked PATJAN241899.

Thank you very much.
Warm Regards,

Helen & John

Answer:
John, your signed green lobby jar would be valued in the area of $700 to $750. The tan jar would be in the area of $400. Cobalt Blue demands the highest price of these jars. Your 7" Union Mason Fruit jar has a range of $225 to $250 depending on color of stenciling. Blue ink being worth on the high end verses Black ink. Prices reflect pieces in mint condition.

Hope this helps. Al Kohlman