Question:

Dear Expert,

I recently picked up a 4 gallon Water Cooler, with spigot but no lid.

It is in very good condition no chips or cracks.

I was wondering what the value is?

It doesn’t have any handles on the sides, does this make it any older/rarer?

Thank-you!

Mike

Answer:

Mike, you have a hand turned Red Wing water cooler.  This is the earliest zinc glazed water cooler produced by Red Wing and the most desired.  If in perfect condition, the value on your cooler is between $400 to $500 as it sits.   It will require a Red Wing button water cooler lid.  Al Kohlman