by Julie Noyas | May 20, 2020 | Boxes & Boudoir Items, Smoking Accessories
Item Number: CC-06C. AO
Dimensions: 5½” x 2½” x 2″
Production Dates: 1925-1926
When used in the colored Boudoir Sets, this item was known as the Small Cigarette and Cover. However, when this same box was produced in clear crystal, it was known as the Jewel Box and Cover. During its very limited life as a Small Cigarette and Cover, it was produced in the colors of Amber, Blue, and Canary. This item was one of several pieces included in the colored Boudoir Sets of 1925-1926.
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by Julie Noyas | May 6, 2020 | Boxes & Boudoir Items
Item Number: CC-05
Approximate Size: 3½″ L; 1¾″ W; 1½″ H
Production Dates: 1915-1925
This little box went by two names – the Hair Pin Box & Cover, and the Match Box. This item was first introduced in 1915 as the Hair Pin Box, and stayed in production under that same name until approximately 1925. It is important to note that this box was only referred to as a “Match Box” when it was used in the crystal 5-Piece Boudoir Set from 1918-1924. During those same years, this item was available for purchase as a solo Hair Pin Box, or one could purchase the Boudoir Set (which contained the exact same box, labeled as a Match Box).
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 25, 2018 | Boxes & Boudoir Items
Item Number: CC-03
Dimensions: 2” x 2″ x 2″
Production Dates: 1916 to mid-1920s
Fostoria Glass produced a variety of boxes in the American pattern. Cologne and boudoir articles included Colognes to Comb and Brush Trays, and more. While some of these same items were included in the American colored “Boudoir Sets”, the Pomade and Cover was not.
What exactly is pomade? It is a product that gives hair a shiny and slick appearance. It was quite popular in the early 20th century, which relates to the time period in which Fostoria produced the Pomade and Cover – from 1916 to 1925. Murray’s Hair Pomade was a highly sought-after product that was available in the mid-20’s, and is still available today.
The Pomade and Cover is approximately 2-inches square (measured with the Cover on). Without the Cover, the box is approximately 1¾-inches square.
The Cover is level on the top; however, the underside has a retainer ring that fits just inside the walls of the box. This design helps keep the Cover secure. It is important to note; however, that many boxes and covers (when fitted together) might have a slight wobble to them.
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