by Julie Noyas | Sep 23, 2021 | Other Serving Dishes
Item Number: B-06
Approximate Size: 9½” D – 5¼” H
Production Dates: 1915-1925
The American pattern introduced two Comports in 1915. This post is about the larger of the two – the one that has a 9½” top diameter. Other characteristics of this large Comport is that it has twenty-one (21) points in its top edge, and showcases a rayed bottom.
The 9½” Comport often gets confused with the 9½” Centerpiece, and even with the Low Foot for the 14″ Punch Bowl. Since all of these items have the same diameter – 9½”, it is imperative that you look at other physical characteristics. If you remember to look at the height of the item in question, you should be able to make the correct identification. The 9½” Comport is the tallest of all three; hence, this is an important distinction.
Another easy way to tell the difference between a Comport and a Centerpiece is to look at the flaring and edging of the piece. If you notice, the sides of the 9½ Centerpiece will have a higher degree of flaring, with the points on the top edge flowing outward. In contrast, the top row of cubes on the 9½” Comport is usually straight up – not flared.
This item was only produced for about a decade, so any that you find today are to be considered treasures. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Comports on eBay.
by Julie Noyas | Sep 21, 2021 | Drinkware & Stemware, Other Serving Dishes
Item Number: 388
Approximate Size: 5″ D – 6¼″ H
Production Dates: 1924-1982
The High Foot Comports were sold two ways – with, or without a cover. The High Foot Compote & Cover is obviously taller, with a height measurement of approximately 9-inches. This item is really beautiful, and the long stem makes it grand in appearance and stature. It’s a wonderful serving dish for small items of food – such as cookies, treats, and/or candy.
These items were produced for a very long time and are not too difficult to find in today’s market. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Comports on eBay. I would also suggest that you search for the additional term “candy dishes”, as some people might refer to this item as such.
by Julie Noyas | Sep 21, 2021 | Boats, Celery, Olive, Pickle, & Relishes
Item Number: 540
Approximate Size: 8″ L – 1½” H – 4″ W
Production Dates: 1915-1982
The Pickle dish is another pioneering item in the American 2056 pattern. There were two other similar shaped pieces that were introduced at the same time – the larger Celery and the smaller Olive dish. The sizes of the three oblong dishes ranged from 6″ – 10″. The 8″ Pickle is the medium-sized dish. All of these items make a wonderful trio, and have proven to be great appetizer and buffet servers. They can even be used for other purposes as well.
This dish should not be confused with another pickle item in the American pattern – the Pickle Jar and Cover. The Pickle Jar was also introduced in 1915; however, it looks entirely different from the regular “Pickle” dish. One is a covered jar; the Pickle is simply an open pickle server.
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by Julie Noyas | Sep 16, 2021 | Vases & Bouquet Holders
Item Numbers: B-07 (9″) – 416 (10″) – 417 (11½”)
Three Sizes: 9″, 10″, and 11½”
Production Dates: See Below
The very first item to debut was in 1915, and it was the larger 11½” Oval. The other two smaller Ovals were introduced in 1916. Out of the three different sizes, the smaller 9″ Oval had the shortest life – only being produced until the late 1920s. The 10″ Floating Garden (Oval) debuted in 1916 and it’s last year of production was in 1973. The larger 11½” Floating Garden (Oval) was produced from 1915-1958. The Floating Gardens were primarily in constant production throughout their lives; however, there were a few intermittent years during wartime when they were dropped from the 2056 production line.
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by Julie Noyas | Sep 15, 2021 | Drinkware & Stemware
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by Julie Noyas | Sep 15, 2021 | Shakers & Salt Servers
Item Number: SUS-01
Dimensions: 4¾” H
Production Dates: 1915-1925
The height of the item is approximately 4¾”, with the top on. The inside diameter of the neck usually runs between 1⅛”-1¼”, with a 1¾” outside diameter. While it might not be obvious at first, the glass neck with have a small bevel of ground glass – located on the inside edge of the neck. The bottom of the glass container often shows a pontil mark or scar, commonly seen in older glass.
This item has a heavy metal top (H.N.T.), which makes it very easy to distinguish from the newer Cheese/Sugar Shaker. The top will have thirty-one (31) holes, in the shape of the Star of David. The Sugar Shakers can also be found in a variety of E.P.N.S. lids and collars. During the early years of production, these shakers were sent to metal working companies that mounted them with silver and nickel tops. Only the regular Sugar Shakers (H.N.T.) were featured in the Fostoria American catalogs.
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