15 gallon Red Wing cover

Question:
I have a pot that has a number 15 stamped on the side. I assume that means 15 gallon. It has wooden handles. Only one item and trying to determine value for sale. Otherwise it is in good shape. Les

Answer: Les, A Red Wing 15 gallon crock in good condition is valued at between $120 and $140

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Red Wing 1317 vase, Magnolia series

Question:
I bought this Magnolia series vase at an auction. On the bottom is written, "1317 Red Wing USA". It is approximately 10 1/2" tall and 4" in diameter. Please tell me what year it was made and it’s current worth. Thanks, Ann

Answer: Hi Ann

this is from the 1947 Magnolia series, value is around 70.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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3 and 6 gallon Red Wings and 4 and 6 gallon birch leaf crocks

Question:
I have 6 crocks all are union stoneware co. redwing minn.

2 gal. red wing stamp perfect condition
3 gal. red wing stamp 2 smalls chip on the top rim
4 gal blue leaf stamp small dim size chip on the bottom
6 gal black ink leaf stamp with molded handle grips 3 quarter sized chips on the bottom rim
6 gal red wing stamp 3 dime sized chips on the top rim
15 red wing stamp small gash on the bottom about the size of a quarter

Can you tell me more about them and what they are worth? Jesse

Answer: Jesse, The wing crocks would be valued between $75 and $150.   The birch leaf crocks were made earlier, but values would be similar. Any damage on the crock would decrease its value. Jeff

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Group of Crocks: 3, 5, 12, and 15 gallon

Question:
I have (4) crocks that I have inherited and want to find proper homes for, so hopefully you can give me some estimates.

(1) 3 gallon redwing crock. (1) 5 gallon redwing jug.
(1) 12 gallon crock, original wood handles, Maple leaf logo. this has a Western stoneware logo.
(1) 15 gallon redwing crock, original wood handles this has a blue stamped pateneted date of Dec. 31, 1915 on it.

Thanks Dean

Answer:  Dean, Two to 8 gallon crocks are valued at between $65 and $120. The 10 to 20 gallon crocks are valued at $110 to $150. Jeff

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Capistrano Trivet

Question:
I have collected Redwing Capistrano Dinnerware, I see you’ve answered all the questions concerning it, but have not seen you mention the trivet. A friend purchased it for me at a R.W. convention in the 80′s and was told then that it’s a rare piece and very collectable. Is this the case and what is it worth? Thank-you
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8 gallon Red Wing and a 2 gallon unmarked

Question:
I have an 8 gal crock with wooden handles that has no cracks or chips and appears to me to be in perfect condition. I have a 2 gal crock with no wings or oval and it has a hairline crack. Could you provide me with any info you might have on these such as age and value please? Thank you in advance for your time. Kathleen

 

 

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Red Wing 671, Chromoline

Question:
I need help identifying this piece of pottery. I hope this is indeed Red Wing and not a fake. I cannot find this anywhere on the web. The base measures 4" tall, overall with the lid measures 7 1/4" tall. On the bottom it reads RED WING USA 671. It is in excellent condition with one small chip on the bottom. Colors are vivid and bright. Any information you can give me would be much appreciated. I found this at an estate sale for very little money so hope its the real thing. Thanks so much. Kevin

Answer: Hi Kevin

this is indeed Red Wing. Part of the Chromoline series, from 1960. with the chip, value is around 90.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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