by Julie Noyas | Jul 8, 2021 | Covered Containers
Item Number: SV-01
Approximate Size: 5¼” H – 6½ oz.
Production Dates: 1939-1943
This particular syrup server is different from the others in the American line, mainly because it has a Bakelite handle. The Sani-Cut Server was offered for just a few years. The country was at war when this item was discontinued. It is highly probable that this was a contributing factor for the short life of the Sani-Cut Server, especially since Bakelite products were used for wartime equipment during World War II.
The Fostoria catalogs only showed one shape for the handle of the Sani-Cut Server. It is the softly-rounded shape that is shown in the photo above. While the catalog did not specify the color of the handle, it is unofficially referred to as “Butterscotch”. One can find replacement tops for the Sani-Cut Server that display different colors and shapes of the handle; however, the original version from Fostoria Glass will have the smooth, rounded handle.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 8, 2021 | Miscellaneous
Item Number: 866
Approximate Size: 4″ H
Production Dates: 1980-1985
The Oval Picture Frame was produced late in Fostoria’s life. There is a myth that there were two oval picture frames produced in the American 2056 pattern – one with a cube-like design, and one without. That thinking is simply not correct. There is only one American Oval Picture Frame, and that is the piece featured in this post. Another oval frame (Bridal Picture Frame, #FR01) was produced in Fostoria’s giftware line; however, there were no cubes in its design and it was never attributed to the American 2056 pattern.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 7, 2021 | Boats, Celery, Olive, Pickle, & Relishes
Item Number: 536
Approximate Size: 6″ L – 1⅜” H – 3½” W
Production Dates: 1915-1982
The Olive dish is another pioneering piece in the American 2056 pattern. It had one of the longest production runs in the entire line, making its debut in 1915. There were two other similar shaped pieces produced at the same time – the Pickle and the Celery dish. Of all three, the Olive dish is the smallest. These three pieces are wonderful appetizer and buffet servers, and can even be used for other purposes as well.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 7, 2021 | Catsup, Mayo, Mustard, & Oils
Item Number: 531
Approximate Size: 7″ H – 7 oz.
Production Dates: 1915-1970
Fostoria Glass made two Oil & Stoppers in the American pattern. The piece featured in this post is the largest size made. It holds approximately 1-2 more ounces than the smaller version. The height measurement is referring to the total height of the piece, with the D Stopper in place.
Fostoria sometimes used abbreviations in their product descriptions; thus, the “D” Stopper simply refers to a “Drop Stopper”. These type of stoppers allow for a repeated, consistent, and accurate dispensing of oil – one drop at a time, or in a stream. The stoppers were available with clear glass, or with a “frosted” look. The frosted stoppers are officially described as “Ground Stoppers”. A buyer had a choice between the two, and the ground variety was more expensive.
One of the sets that the American pattern offered was a 6-Piece Condiment Set. The set included two 5 oz. Oils, two Shakers (FGT), one Mustard/Cover & Spoon, and one 9″ Condiment Tray. The 6-Piece Condiment Set; however, was never sold with the larger 7 oz. oil cruets. Some books state that these larger pieces won’t fit on the Condiment Tray. I believe that “most” of them won’t fit, but I do know that some will. The piece featured in this post does fit the indented wells on the Condiment Tray, and I use it as such. In summary, the larger Oils were not sold in the official 6-Pc Condiment Set, but it is possible to find some that will fit the 9″ Condiment Tray.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 6, 2021 | Catsup, Mayo, Mustard, & Oils
Item Number: 528
Approximate Size: 6½” H – 5 oz.
Production Dates: 1915-1981
Fostoria Glass made two Oil & Stoppers in the American pattern. The piece featured in this post is the smaller of the two. Originally, when this item debuted in 1915, it was listed as having a 6 oz. holding capacity. A few years later the catalogs and price lists reflected a 5 oz. holding capacity, and so it remained throughout its many years of production. The height measurement is referring to the total height of the piece, with the D Stopper in place.
The 6-Piece Condiment Sets included two Oils, two Shakers (FGT), one Mustard/Cover & Spoon, and one 9″ Condiment Tray. The 6-Piece Condiment Set was never sold with the larger oil cruets.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 6, 2021 | Miscellaneous
Item Number: 492
Approximate Size: 2″ D – ¾” W
Production Dates: 1973-1982
Put simply, the Napkin Rings are precious. I use that term because they are not to be used carelessly. Of all the American pieces produced, these would classify as some of the most fragile. The reason for that is because the glass ring is somewhat thin – just a little over ⅛” thick. These are pieces that I don’t recommend just throwing on the table; they will need to be placed and handled with care.
The Napkin Rings were only produced for a few years, and due to their fragile nature, they won’t be as plentiful when treasure hunting. Please do not confuse them with the Fostoria “American Lead Crystal” Napkin Rings. Fostoria made several different napkin rings over the years; however, the American pattern (Line 2056) was not made out of lead crystal. The different napkin rings were packaged in similar boxes, so pay special attention to the design of the napkin rings.
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