by Julie Noyas | Oct 21, 2020 | Other Serving Dishes
Item Number: 105
Size: 3¼” Sq. – 1¼” H
Production Dates: 1918-1927; 1934-1943; 1957-1958
The Individual Appetizer is another piece in the Fostoria American line that had two lives. It first joined the pattern around 1918 as the “Handled Ice Cream”. It was part of the Ice Cream Set, which included the 10½” Oblong Tray and six of the Handled Ice Creams. It was taken out of production in the late 1920’s, and reintroduced in 1934 as the Individual Appetizer. This versatile piece was in and out of production a couple of times throughout its life.
No matter the year made, or its name at the time, this piece always had the option of being used as a set with the Oblong Tray. Even so, the piece was also available for purchase by itself – with it’s own Fostoria ID number. It can be used with, or without, the Oblong Tray.
If you use this piece as an Individual Appetizer, small portions of meat, cheese, veggies, crackers and/or fruit, would be most appropriate. If used with the tray, you could fill up each tray with something different – such as berries, nuts, dips, etc. Your choices are endless!
If you are lucky enough you might stumble across an Amber colored set … or perhaps one with a silver-overlay! As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Individual Appetizers on eBay.
by Julie Noyas | Nov 3, 2016 | Covered Containers, Drinkware & Stemware, Other Serving Dishes
Item Number: 386
Approximate Size: 5″ D – 9″ H
Production Dates: 1924-1982
The Comport and Cover is a beautiful piece of Fostoria American glass. The Comport (with the Cover) has a height of about 9″ and a diameter that is usually between 5″ – 5½”. Old Fostoria catalogs state the size as 5 inches; however, my own personal pieces measure between 5¼” to 5½”. Remember, these items were handmade – so expect some slight variation in measurements.
The Comport and Cover looks like the Big Sister or Big Brother to the Jelly and Cover. Their stems are different, as well as their size; however, they just look like they belong together. They compliment each other beautifully.
This piece was produced for a very long time – from around 1924 to circa 1982 – and is 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 are not aware that the dish was called a Comport.
by Julie Noyas | Sep 14, 2015 | Other Serving Dishes
Item Number: M-06
Approximate Size: 9″ L – 3½” W
Production Dates: 1915-1925
The Fostoria American Banana Split is a rare dish, indeed. It was one of the very first pieces introduced in the American line and can be found in their 1915 Catalog Supplement. Fostoria only produced this piece for about a decade, so you won’t find many of them on the open market. When the Banana Split was first produced, you could purchase one for only .65 cents!
Unlike the majority of pieces in the American pattern, the Banana Split does not have any mould seams. The approximate length of the piece is 9″ and the width is about 3½”. The bottom of the Banana Split is not a flat piece of glass, so the cubes rest upon whatever surface it is placed. The cubes are more rounded in this area, and bottom wear is expected if used over the years.
The inside bowl, and the handle, are key points to check upon if thinking of purchasing. When previewing this item in person, I seem to find more nicks to the Banana Split’s handle and top rim than to any other area.
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by Julie Noyas | Feb 14, 2014 | Other Serving Dishes
Item Number: 137
Approximate Size: 7″ D – 2″ H
Production Dates: 1925-1985
The Fostoria American 3-Toed Bon Bon is approximately 7″ across. Still relatively easy to find today, this piece was produced by the Fostoria Glass Company for many decades. While a bon-bon is typically a sweet candy or confection dish, other food items could easily be served on this beautiful piece of crystal.
American Whitehall also made a 3-Toed Bonbon (they spelled it as one word), and it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish between the two. One method to determine whether your dish is Fostoria or a Look-Alike is to examine the toes of the dish. Fostoria’s toes will be smooth, with flat ground bottoms. Their design is slightly curved, with angled toes. Whitehall’s toes have hemispherical buttons on their bottoms; they look like tapered polygons.
While predominately made in clear crystal, the 3-Toed Bon Bon was also produced in Ruby, Amber, Blue, and Canary.
As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available 3-Toed Bon Bons on eBay.
