by Julie Noyas | Oct 11, 2021 | Covered Containers
Item Number: CC-14
Approximate Size: 4″ Top D – 12″ H
Production Dates: 1915-1928
The main body of the Straw Jar was produced from the same glass mould as the 10″ Vase. The two items are often confused with each other. Though made from the same mould, the Straw Jar bottom was made with a bigger opening so that it could accommodate a cover (or lid). If one tried to put a Straw Jar Cover on a piece that was designed to be a 10″ Vase, it would not fit. The lid would be too big, as the 10″ Vase has a smaller opening in comparison to the Straw Jar.
The Cover is the same piece that is used as the lid for the Sugar and Cover. This information is good to know, especially if you only have the bottom to the Straw Jar – and are in need of just a cover.
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by Julie Noyas | Oct 7, 2021 | Covered Containers
Item Number: SV-02
Approximate Size: 6¾” H – 11 oz.
Production Dates: 1915-1925
This lovely, and very old piece, makes a grand impression on the table. The Molasses Can made its debut in 1915. It was only produced for about ten years, and during that time, different variations of the top were offered. The tops most often showcased a thumb piece design. The thumb piece either featured a shell design, or it was plain – with a thin outline. Other types of tops have also been seen; however, I have not seen those illustrated in any of the early Fostoria American catalogs.
The lid components of the Molasses Can were made out of an alloy called Zamak (or Zamac). The tops were also produced in sheet metal, which is not as strong, or thick, as Zamak. The sheet metal lids are typically stamped “Patent Pending” inside. No matter the material that was used in production, all of them were plated with a layer of metal – typically nickel. The nickel plating helped with wear and corrosion resistance. Fostoria even used the initials E.N.T. (Ewer Nickel Top) in the item’s description to reflect that nickel was used.
Another type of server that was also produced during the 1915 timeframe is the Syrup with a Metal Handle. Both of these servers are exquisite pieces from the American pattern. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Molasses Cans on eBay. The results will probably be limited; however, they do show up for sale every now and again.
by Julie Noyas | Oct 5, 2021 | Drinkware & Stemware
Item Number: UR-05
Approximate Size: 4½” D – 5″ H
Production Dates: 1925
As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Jelly dishes on eBay. While the link I provided is for all types of jelly dishes; the Deep Regular Jelly rarely (if ever) shows up on eBay.
by Julie Noyas | Oct 4, 2021 | Drinkware & Stemware
Item Number: RB-02
Approximate Size: 5″ D – 3½” H
Production Dates: 1915-1928
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by Julie Noyas | Sep 29, 2021 | Catsup, Mayo, Mustard, & Oils
Item Number: 476
Approximate Size: 4⅝” H
Production Dates: 1948-1973
The American 2056 pattern offered different types of mayonnaise dishes – bowls, 2-part dishes, and footed varieties. Consumers had a choice of buying most of the mayonnaise components separately, and not in complete sets. While this post is about the Footed Mayonnaise, please know that Fostoria Glass also offered a Footed Mayonnaise & Ladle, which is Item 475.
The Footed Mayonnaise had the shortest production life of all the American mayonnaise dishes. This is one of the reasons why this item does not appear as plentiful in the current aftermarket. This item was also the last variation of a mayonnaise dish that the American pattern offered. These factors play a role in the current pricing of the item, especially when compared to one of the more familiar mayonnaise dishes.
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by Julie Noyas | Sep 29, 2021 | Catsup, Mayo, Mustard, & Oils
Item Number: 475
Approximate Size: 4⅝” H
Production Dates: 1948-1973
The American 2056 pattern offered different types of mayonnaise dishes – bowls, 2-part dishes, and footed varieties. Consumers had a choice of buying most of the mayonnaise components separately, and not in complete sets. While this post is about the Footed Mayonnaise & Ladle, please know that Fostoria Glass also offered the Footed Mayonnaise without a spoon or ladle, which is Item 476.
The Footed Mayonnaise had the shortest production life of all the American mayonnaise dishes. This is one of the reasons why this item does not appear as plentiful in the current aftermarket. This item was also the last variation of a mayonnaise dish that the American pattern offered. These factors play a role in the current pricing of the item, especially when compared to one of the more familiar mayonnaise dishes.
As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Mayonnaise dishes on eBay.
