Monthly Archives: February 2011

20 gallon large wing Crock

Question:
General information, identification of the piece, the time period it was produced, the rarity/desirability of the item and a range of possible value. Piece is 20" tall, 19" across, what I would consider in excellent condition with no visible nicks or damage with a clear glaze. According to the history of labels appears to be between 1909 and 1915 time period. This inside does not show any signs of use. I read an article regarding the collector show Feb 11th which prompted me to request more info. Jeffery
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Brown Top Jug and two Refrigerator Jars

Question:
I have 3 pieces of Red Wing Pottery. One is a dark brown jug with small handle,diameter 7 3/4 in., height 8 1/2 in., with RED WING MINNISOTA STONEWARE CO on the bottom. The other 2 pieces are Refrigerator Jars, 1 is 5 1/2 in., the other 6 1/2 in. in diameter. There is a Red Wing Collectors Society gathering in Des Moines this next weekend. Just wondering if these pieces are worth taking and possibly putting on the auction? Thanks you for your help.
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Brushed Ware leaf planter, shape 106

Question:
Would like to know information/approx value on the following item: Red Wing planter. Green glaze on inside, leaf design on outside. Outside tan with dark green coloring. 12 1/4 inch diameter at top, 10 1/2 inch high, 38 1/2 inch circumference around rim. Bottom has Red Wing stamp. Red Wing Union Stoneware Co. Red Wing Minn. Thank you. Joyce

Answer: Hi Joyce

this is a flower pot shape #106. it dates to around 1930. part of the brushed ware line. It came in several sizes, up to 14". Value is around 95.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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Red Wing Planter 202, inital BB

Question:
I have a Red Wing Planter that belonged to my grandmother. (see Photo) The planter is about 7 inch tall and 8 inch diameter. Grape vine pattern. Bottom is stampled Red Wing USA 308 and the initials BB. I can not seem to find one like this anywhere and would like to know more about it and its potential value.

Answre: Hello

this shape dates around 1966. it could be a hobby shop item, some molds were used by other places after the factory was closed. The glaze doesn’t appear to be red wing, so I think this is the case. value is around 30.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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Red Wing 1218 and 1012, Magnolia Line

Question:
I have a redwing pitcher and vase I just picked up and I would like to know everything about them. The pitcher is 7" by 4" and the vase is 8-1/2" by 5". There is a thin stress crack on the top of the pitchers handle where it meets the body and there is some slight wear on the bottom of the vase. Both also have a purple patina around the designs. The bottom the the vase says-top to bottom-(1218 Red Wing USA) and the pitcher says (Red Wing USA 1012). If you could tell me when they were made and what they are valued at, that would be great thanks. Brad

Answer: Hi Brad

these are part of the magnolia line, circa 1940. the glaze is called antiqued ivory. Value for the vase, around 45.00. the pitcher, with the crack, around 15.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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5 gallon bail handled Red Wing Crock

Question:
5 gallon Red Wing crockery with handles. Under the five is a Red Wing Synmbol, Under the wing is an blue oval "red wing union stoneware company red wing MN" Patented Dec 21 1915 which is stamped on the left side under the handle. There is one small chip on the rim. The glaze appears to be in good condition. I would like to know the potential value of this item. Mark
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Elk Crock or Stag Crock – Lobby or Sand Jar

Question:
Hi, My wife and I have a Elk Crock or Stag Crock, shows a picture of Doe with it, and some pine trees forest.. Neat looking old crock. Its really got some great deep detail, looks really super nice. No cracks or chips anywhere . The measurements are 15 inches tall and 12 inches across the top. Can you tell us more about the crock? Thanks. Carmella

Answer: Hi Carmella

Red Wing did make the Stag/Doe sand jar, from the brushed ware line, circa 1930. The only problem is, another company made them as well. Unless it’s marked on lthe bottom, it’s pretty hard to tell who made what. Unmarked, value around 250.00, marked around 400.00. thanks, steve n rose

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question from: shartwig@crosspaths.net

Question:
I have some additional information on the description of the 20 gallon Red Wing crock which I sent in a previous e-mail a few minutes ago. I consulted your page on the different type of emblems which appeared on the Red Wing crocks and determined that the top horizontal line on this crock begins under the letter"E" in "Red Wing". Given this emblem I assume the crock was manufactured sometime during the 1930s.
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