Question:
We have a all orginal grey Union Stoneware #3 Churn with top and stick. We are downsizing is this of any real value?
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Monthly Archives: June 2009
Red Wing 851
Question:
I have a cream colored, matte glazed vase with handles on the sides, very clearly stamped "Redwing USA 851" on the bottom. It’s in excellent shape except for some light stains on the inside of the rim. It’s 10" high, and the top of the vase is 9" in diameter, perfectly round. can send a picture if it would help. thank you!
Answer: Hi, thanks, you description will work just fine on this one. Urn shaped, it’s from around 1964. It’s value is around 50.00. thanks, steve n rose
Red Wing Pottery 75th Anniversary Ashtray
Question:
I have a ashtray that i purchased 2 years ago it is in the shape of the redwing, red in color it says on the back "Red Wing pottery 75th 1878-1953 anniversary" could you give some information on it? Thanks Tim
Answer: Hi Tim,
I think the wing shape was done for a few years, this one is from 1953. A few other ashtrays were marked similiar to recognize red wings 75th anniversary. They usually sell for around 70.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose
Broken Platter value – emailed for description
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I have a full set of this pattern, including the serving pieces. What is the value of the platter? I cracked mine, and I would like to know how to fix it, or shall I purchase a new one? What is the values of this platter?This whole set was my mother`s purchased back in the early 50`s. I would like to correspond with someone who also has this set, and find out if it is in use .Thanks….
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Albany slip tea pot with star on the bottom
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HI, i have a little brown teapot with a 5 point star on the bottom… is it from North star stoneware?measures 8.5" from the handle to the spout, 6.5" top to bottom with the lid on. 6 holes on the inside for the spout.
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Red Wing M-5007,Garden Club Line
Question:
What can you tell me about a footed bowl in black (matte, I think)? It is marked Red Wing USA M-5007. Thanks.
ANSWER: Hello
it’s part of the Garden Club line, circa 1957. The form is actually called a compote. Value is around 25.00. thanks, steve n rose
Ko-Rec Feeder
Question:
Hello, I found a Red Wing Ko-Rec Feeder. The patient No is 1,783,790. I was wondering how much it is worth? Thanks so much, Sarah Berg
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Chef Pierre Cookie Jar
Question:
In our kitchen now sits one of my husband’s favorite childhood memories: a Red Wing Pottery cookie jar – it is a rotund baker with apron, hat and watch chain in a light mustard color, and absolutely pristine condition. It is such a joy to behold! Any idea when it made or where? He was born In was born (’46) and raised in Glendale (adjacent to L.A. Calif.)
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Red Wing Pottery Mermaid Figural, 1309
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Hi, I was wondering if you could give me some information on a Red Wing pottery mermaid, #1309, in the color pink. What years were these pieces produced, what color is the rarest and what is the value? It is 9 1/4" tall and in excellent shape. Thanks you! Shari
Answer: Hi Shari
they were designed in 1947, and are attributed to charles murphy. Colors really don’t effect the price of this item, unless of course, you don’t have one in this color!
value is around 125.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose
2009 RWCS Convention Crock Hunt
2009 RWCS Convention
CROCK HUNT!
Get your Ballot in the Convention Supplement included in the Wednesday, July 8 Repubican Eagle or in your Attendee Packet!
The Crock Hunt begins on Wednesday, July 8th. Both Red Wing Collectors Society Member and non members are eligible to participate in the 2009 RWCS Convention Crock Hunt. Participants must locate each display pictured site during regular business hours to match the business logo and photo. Participants must obtain an employee initials (or other mark chosen by the site) from each site.
Winners drawn will have their forms checked to insure that answers are correct before a prize is awarded. Winners do not need to be present to win. Completed forms must be brought to Central Park Band Shell by 6:00pm on Friday, July 10 to be included for prize drawing(s).
Participating businesses must feature at least one piece of old or new Red Wing pottery in their picture. The business logo will not be included in the picture. Both the photo and business logo will be printed at random on the Crock Hunt form published in the Convention Supplement and Attendee Packet.
The display must be set up by Tuesday, July 7 before the crock hunt begins on Wednesday, July 8th. They may choose to have additional drawings or prizes associated with their crock hunt site.