Lot #64: Antique Red Wing Union Stoneware Company 5 Gallon Crock Beehive Jug with Cobalt Blue Birch Leaf Stamp

Antique Red Wing Union Stoneware 5-gallon beehive jugs featuring the cobalt blue birch leaf stamp are highly sought-after collectibles, primarily produced between 1895 and 1906. This specific design transition occurred when hand-drawn cobalt patterns were replaced by stamped designs like the "Birch Leaf" prior to the introduction of the iconic red wing logo in 1906. Estimated Market Value: 280 - Manufacturer: Red Wing Union - 5 Gallon Crock Beehive Jug - Cobalt Blue Birch Leaf Stamp - Capacity number "5" marked in cobalt blue - Stoneware with creamy colored zinc glaze - Single handle - Minor wear; chip on rim - Overall good vintage condition. Some cosmetic wear consistent with age. Pickup category timeslot {A}