Monthly Archives: May 2008

Red Wing 1053

Question:
I would like an approximate value on this vase from my parents’ home in Winona, MN. I know it was purchased at the Red Wing factory sometime in the 1950s. The mark on the bottom is “1053 Red Wing USA” (no wing insignia). The vase has a somewhat matte exterior of dusty pink, interior of off-white. I’d describe the style as an urn, with 2 handles, and a raised foot. It is 8” tall and has an oval opening that is 4½” x 2½”. The exterior condition appears good. There are a couple small chips in the glaze on the underside rim of the foot. The interior glaze on the upper half is worn. There is a hairline crack extending from the rim down 1¾” on the inside (visible in upper right in photo). The crack does not extend through to the outside.

Answer: This one is from 1940, with the damage, value is about 10.00. thanks, steve n rose

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Red WIng 1201

Question:
I would like an approximate value on this vase from my parents’ home in Winona, MN. I know it was purchased at the Red Wing factory sometime in the 1950s. The mark on the bottom is "1201 Red Wing USA" (no wing insignia). The vase has a glossy exterior of dusty blue, interior of dusty rose. It is fluted, with 4 lobes (foot is also fluted) and a raised Art Nouveau leaf or palm design on each lobe. It is 8" tall, max diameter of 5", and minimum diameter of indentations of 2 1/4". It appears in almost pristine condition. There are a few minor finish imperfections in the glaze; I don’t know if that indicates it is a factory second.

Answer: Hi, this item is from the mid fourties. A few imperfections from the factory are usually expected, so don’t worry about that. Value is around 40.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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Golden Viking Dinnerware Set

Question:
I was wondering if you can tell me how much my set of Redwing China – Golden Viking pattern 1956 – is worth. It was handed down to me by an old family friend, and was originally purchases for her as a wedding gift by the Dodge brothers in Detroit, MI. I appreciate your help! Piece Sugar Bowl w/Lid 2 Platter-Large 1 Bread & Butter Plate 12 Tea Pot 1 Vegetable Bowl (Oval) 2 Dinner Plate 10 Salt & Pepper Set 2 Expresso Cup & Saucer 10 Salad Plate 7 Fruit Bowl 10 Relish Dish 1 Vegetable Bowl – Divided 1 Cereal Bowl 10 Pitcher-Small 1 Gravy Boat 1 Saucer Only 1

 

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Red Wing 1033

Question:
My dad purchase this item at an estate sale. It is a parrot with the #1033 and Red Wing USA on the bottom. We are curious to know if this is an older piece, rare? and estimated value. Thank you.

Answer: Hello, This cockatoo figure is from about 1940. Not real rare, but a nice item. Value is around 65.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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Red WIng 1358

Question:
I have this green pottery piece, I am not certain if it is a vase or a pitcher, most likely a pitcher as it has a one finger handleon the lip side and a two finger handle on the opposite side of the piece. It is marked # 1358.

Answer: Hi, It’s actually a vase, from around 1949. Value is about 25.00. thanks, steve n rose

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CHA 1966 cup

Question:
I have just purchased a little cup I believe that it is the damask pattern it is 2 inches wide and 2 1/2 inches tall it has the letters CHA and 1966 and some kind of pattern in the middle.It does have a hairline through the handle. I am wondering if it was made by redwing and what was it made for and a value? thank you paul

 

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