by Julie Noyas | Aug 27, 2024 | Covered Containers
Item Number: SV-05
Approximate Size: 5¼″ H – 8 oz.
Production Dates: 1938-1944
The Syrup & Cover was introduced in 1938, towards the end of the art-deco period. At the time, a consumer could also purchase the Syrup, Cover, and 6″ Syrup Plate together, as a 3-piece unit. The Syrup Plate (P-04) is also shown in the Plates, Saucers, Tortes, & Tid Bits section of this website.
The catalog data states that the Syrup is about 3¾″ high; however, that measurement is only accurate when measuring the Syrup without the Cover. Since the Syrup & Cover was never sold without the top, the measurement I have stated above (5¼″) is referencing the height of the Syrup with the Cover on. The holding capacity of 10 ounces was also inaccurate in the catalog data. A more accurate holding capacity would be approximately 8 ounces, which I have disclosed above.
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by Julie Noyas | Aug 7, 2024 | Plates, Saucers, Tortes, & Tid Bits
Item Number: UR-06
Diameter: 24″
Production Dates: Circa 1928-1931
The rare 24″ Torte Plate is extremely hard to find. It was listed in the 1928 price list; however, it was not pictured or shown in the corresponding catalog.
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by Julie Noyas | Aug 6, 2024 | Plates, Saucers, Tortes, & Tid Bits
Item Number: P-08
Diameter: 8″
Production Dates: 1928-1934
The American pattern offered a variety of sizes and shapes when it came to Salad Plates. The Fostoria Glass Company also produced a larger Salad Plate, and one of the main differences between the smaller and larger Salad Plates, besides the size variation, is the center design of the plate. The 8½″ Salad Plates have a large center; the smaller Salad Plates have a small center.
The 8″ Salad Plate was the first small-centered plate to be introduced. It was eventually phased out, being replaced with the 7″ Salad Plate. The main difference between the plates is their size, and even that at times can be questionable. The 7″ Salad Plates can range from 7 – 7¾ inches, even though Fostoria officially classified them as being 7 inches.
I find that the 8″ Salad Plates are very easy to identify. If you take a ruler and measure them horizontally, from one point to the other, they will have a diameter of 8 inches. The key is to measure across the plate in a straight line, and in the absolute center of the plate. The 8″ Salad Plates have the same design traits as the smaller salad plates, even though they are slightly larger. As often found with the older pieces, they will have a ground bottom.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 24, 2024 | Covered Containers
Item Number: CC-13
Approximate Size: 5¾” D; 10″ H
Production Dates: 1915-1925
The Crushed Fruit & Cover debuted in 1915, at the same time the Cracker Jar & Cover (362) was introduced. The Crushed Fruit & Cover was only produced for about a decade, making it an item that is highly sought-after.
With the Cover on, the Crushed Fruit has a height of about 10-inches. The special design of the Crushed Fruit Cover has a hollow area in the top handle, which allows space for the Crushed Fruit Spoon to rest. Finding any of the Crushed Fruit parts without damage is always a great find!
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These are items that are not found with great ease, so please be patient as there might be few (if any) in the search results.
by Julie Noyas | Jul 22, 2024 | Trays & Platters
Item Number: T-12
Approximate Size: 4¼″ L; 3¼″ W
Production Dates: Not shown in catalog. Production dates not known.
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Please note that the Oval Almond Tray is rare, so there is a great chance that search results will be minimal, if any.
by Julie Noyas | Jun 21, 2024 | Cake Salvers & Servers
While the Fostoria Glass Company did not produce any glass covers for the Round Salvers, it might be possible to find one (from another company) that will suit your needs. I recently read a comment from someone that was trying to find a cover for their Round Salver; hence, I started an experiment to see if there were any products on the market today that might work. Continue reading to find out what worked, and what did not.
Mosser Glass currently makes cake domes in a variety of sizes: 5.5″, 8.5″, 9.5″, and 11″. Since the American Round Salver has a top diameter of approximately 10″, it seems logical that the Mosser 9.5″ cake dome would fit. Unfortunately, it almost fits. Even though the salver is 10″ across, we tend to forget that an entire 1″ of that top diameter consists of a beautiful beveled edge that does not lay flat. There is about ½″ on each side, preventing the 9.5″ cake dome to be seated properly. The cover sits partially on the inside beveled edge (see highlighted area). If you move it off of the edge on one side, it sits high on the edge from the opposing side. Since the dome is 9.5″ and the actual flat area of the salver is 9″, the dome does not sit evenly. One needs to be careful when placing the cover on the salver. Using it will increase the possibility of chipping the decorative edge of your salver (or the glass dome itself). It simply does not fit squarely on top, preventing an air-tight seal.
Mosser Glass 8.5″ Glass Dome
One could use the smaller 8.5″ cake dome by Mosser Glass. This particular size does work; however, you would not be able to use it if serving a standard 9″ round cake. When serving cake, you need to consider the thickness of your frosting. When placing a cover over a cake, you need to have some free space on the sides so that you don’t scrape the frosting off.
Smaller cakes or other appropriately-sized desserts would work great with the 8.5″ Mosser Cake Dome. While there is some space between the dome and the edge of the salver, the dome does look very attractive on it. Mosser Glass advertises this cover as having an 8.5″ diameter; however, the one I personally own is slightly under 8¼″ (which accounts for the extra space between the dome and salver). Keep these details in mind, as small measurements can have a big impact on whether your cake will fit under a glass cover.
If you are expecting the same type of thick and substantial glass that came from Fostoria, I don’t believe you will find it. I have not found it in any of the glass domes I have tried thus far. All of the domes I experimented with were light-weight and made with thin glass.
MyGift Cake Dome from Amazon
The big surprise came; however, when I tried a completely different cake cover from a brand I had never heard of. I purchased a MyGift dome cover through Amazon. It, too, is made of thin glass and weighs about one pound. The product dimensions are 8.7 x 8.7 x 5.9 inches, and it fits the Round Salver quite nicely. I do wish it was a bit taller, but other than that, it works very well. It has a classic and rounded look to it, which does not compete with the artistic Round Salver.
As you can see from this photo, I am using the MyGift dome to cover a cheesecake. The cheesecake was heavily decorated on top, and the glass cover did not touch or smash any of the cheesecake (top or sides). I was pleasantly surprised to see how nice this cover looked on the salver. While I can’t use this particular dome for a standard 9″ cake, it ended up being the glass dome that I favored the most. I like the way it looks, and out of all the different covers I tried, this one fit the best!
The Round Salver was designed to serve cake and other desserts. A standard cake fits beautifully on it, almost to perfection. Truth be told, there is not much room to even allow for a covered dome – as a frosted cake almost extends to the edge of the salver. As I mentioned, it is a perfect fit. Uncovered, and in its original state, the Round Salver is quite beautiful.
There are times; however, that you will want to use a salver for smaller desserts, or other delicious foods. I often use one when serving gelatin salads. When doing so, I have room on the salver to use a cake dome. This is most helpful, especially when you need to store items in the refrigerator for any length of time. The cover keeps the food fresh and free of airborne particles.
You can find more information on the glass dome products that I tried in the paid links below.
Full Disclosure: I am an Amazon Associate; thus, I earn from qualifying purchases. That being said, the particular item that worked best for my needs was purchased from Amazon. In addition, Mosser Glass also offers beautiful and classic cake stands in a variety of colors. You can find more information on their wonderful products at their company’s website.
MyGift 8.7 Inch Round Glass Dome from Amazon (paid link). This is the cover that is pictured above with a cheesecake. It is also the featured image of this post.
Mosser Glass Cake Dome 8.5 Inch from Amazon (paid link). This cover is also featured above, clearly showing how it sits on top of the salver.
In summary, the Fostoria Glass Company did not offer glass covers or domes for their American Round or Square Salvers. Even so, you might still be able to find a glass dome that will suit your needs. Much will depend on the type of dessert you are serving, along with its height and diameter measurement. I hope you have found this information helpful! ♥
