Monthly Archives: May 2011

3 gallon brown top jug with birch leaf stamp

Question:
Hi , I bought this 3 gal. brown and white shoulder jug recently at auction thinking it might be of Redwing manufacture because of the birch leaf decoration. It seems it may be kind of a hybrid of Redwing and Plymouth Stoneware of Fort Dodge IA. It appears if info found is correct, the Plymouth company used the fleur de lis bracketed gallon designation and was bought out by Redwing which continued to use it for 1909 to 1910. My thoughts are that it may not be a very common Redwing decoration to still find because of the short time of use of this marking style. It is in great shape. Could you tell me if it is in fact likely a Redwing product and have an idea on approximate collector value. Thank You, Jeff
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Red Wing Picardy pattern

Question:
I was wondering what an eight piece dinnerware set of Redwing china Picardy pattern would be worth I have 8 dinner plates, 8 soup bowls, 8 dessert dishes and 8 saucers They are all in excellent condition most have never been used even. The pattern is Flowers Yellow,blue and brown My mother got them from the Red Wing factory in Red Wing Minnesota when they were going out of buisness. Penny
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Red Wing USA M-5006

Question:
I have this piece of Red Wing pottery that I got in a box from an auction. Im not sure what it is. It is in perfect shap. no nick, chips or cracks. The bottom says Red Wing USA M-5006. It is 11" Wide x 4 1/2" Deep x 3" Tall. I am interested in selling it if anyone would like it. Thank you. Vickie

Answer: Hi, It looks to be shape 5006, part of the garden club line, circa 1957. It is a console bowl. Value is around 20.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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Red Wing Town & Country Dinnerware Set in Rust

Question:
My Mother has a Red Wing Town & Country Dinnerware Set in Rust that was purchased new in the 1950s. She has service for 12 including Creamer, Sugar, Pitcher, Teapot, platters and serving bowls. She also has 6 T&C Wheat(?) plates. I have not been able to find anything on Wheat plates – just Wreath – was there a plate pattern Wheat in T&C dinnerware? Can you please let me know approximate value and IF she decides to sell, where would be the best place to do so. I’ve enjoyed looking at your website and the responses to questions submitted. Thanks! Kristin
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RED WING USA M 1470, designer Charles Murphy

Question:
Hi I live in Stockholm, Sweden. I received these two candleholders from neighbours who moved out. They are stamped RED WING USA M 1470. It would be interesting to know, if possible, when they were made and if they have any value. Thank you. Lilian Sy

Answer: Hi Lilan

think this is my first question from across the pond! these candleholders are designed by Charles Murphy, in 1954. Value for the pair is around 90.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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Concord shape, chartreuse egg plate Magnolia decoration

Question:
hi in my large red wing concord magnolia dinnerware collection i have an oval egg platter with a lid that seems to be a wonky fit (perhaps it doesn’t go to it?) in the center bowl part and can not find anywhere a value. it is in very nice condition. thanks for any assistance you can provide. anxiously awaiting to hear back… dawn
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Green Brushed ware vase – Red Wing?

Question:
Any chance this pot is Red Wing? Are there any Red Wing Pieces that did not have the emblem? beige Green Brushware 12" Tall X 10" wide Flower pot / Vase Don

Answer: Hi Don

this shape doesn’t look familiar to me, I don’t thin it’s Red Wing. Nice shape, but I don’t know who the maker is. thanks, steve n rose

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5 gallon crock with arrow decoration

Question:
Can you help me identify this 5 gal. crock? It has no markings other than the cobalt ones shown in the pic. I think it is salt glaze, although it is not brownish like my other salt glaze crocks, rather, it is greyish. It has handles similar to my other salt glaze crocks, too. No cracks or chips, brown interior glaze. What causes the yellow spots in front? Thank you in advance for your time and effort. Sandra
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3 gallon jug with flower decoration

Question:
Hello! I inherited this jug from my grandmother in Wisconsin. The decoration appears to be some sort of flower (tulip?) in a cobalt blue. The number 3 appears directly above the flower and is underlined. The salt glaze is smooth around the jug, although there is a spot of reddish discoloration near the flower design. There are no cracks or chips. The handle attaches directly to the spout at a roughly 90 degree angle.It has no makers mark, so I’m unsure if it is even a Red Wing product. Any information on what this is would be greatly appreciated!! Eric
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