by Julie Noyas | Aug 23, 2018 | Punch Bowls, Cups, & More
Item Number: 610
Height: 9”
Production Dates: 1915-1980
The Fostoria American Punch Bowls are exquisite. This 18″ Punch Bowl was one of the first to be produced, along with its smaller sibling – the 14″ Punch Bowl. Both bowls were part of the initial line-up of American dishes that were introduced to the public back in 1915. It goes without saying that both vessels are a beauty to behold, and a pleasure to serve from.
The 18″ Punch Bowl is the largest of all punch bowls produced in the American line. When it was initially introduced, it was commonly paired with the Custard Cups and a Low Foot. The height of the Punch Bowl, when sitting on the Low Foot, is approximately 12 inches. The 18″ Punch Bowl is large, and if perched on a High Foot, it creates a safety issue. As years went by, the Fostoria Glass Company even changed the wording in their catalogs to state that the “Low Foot is used with the 18 in. Punch Bowl”.
This particular Punch Bowl has a holding capacity of approximately 3¾ gallons and is about 9” in height (without a Foot). The top opening is about 18″ in diameter; however, expect size variations. The punch bowl in my own personal collection has an opening that is closer to 17½” in diameter.
The 18″ Punch Bowl was produced for a very long time – from 1915 until 1980. Of all the punch bowls made in the 2056 line, it remains the largest of them all … and one of the most beloved.
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by Julie Noyas | Aug 16, 2018 | Punch Bowls, Cups, & More
Item Number: PB-01
Height: 6”
Production Dates: 1979-1980
Put simply, the Fostoria American Spun Punch Bowl is different. There were two 14″ punch bowls produced in the American line, and the spun version was made from 1979-1980. I believe it was an experiment that ended in unsuccessful results for Fostoria Glass; therefore, it was produced in very limited quantities and was never officially presented in their catalogs.
When compared to other punch bowls in the line, the Spun Punch Bowl looks more like an enormous bowl. The design is completely different, and this is because it was made by a “spinning” process. The Spun Punch Bowl is shorter than it’s sibling, the 14″ Punch Bowl. Due to the spinning process, this is a piece that will not have any mould seams.
Unfortunately, the production of spun punch bowls resulted in an undesirable outcome – some pieces being very thick, while others were very thin. In the end, the Spun Punch Bowl had a short life. Being sold primarily in select outlet stores, it is the rarest punch bowl in the American line.
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by Julie Noyas | Aug 7, 2018 | Punch Bowls, Cups, & More
Item Number: 600
Height: 6½”
Production Dates: 1915-1982
The Fostoria American Punch Bowls are exquisite. This 14″ Punch Bowl was one of the first to be produced, along with its bigger sibling – the 18″ Punch Bowl. Both bowls were part of the initial line-up of American dishes that were introduced to the public back in 1915. It goes without saying that both vessels are a beauty to behold, and a pleasure to serve from.
Pieces commonly paired with the 14″ Punch Bowl are Regular and Flared Punch Cups (initially known as Custard Cups). Punch Bowl Foots (Low and High) are also used with these bowls, giving them added height and stature. It can be perched on either a Low or High Foot, giving it variations in height and presence.
The 14″ Punch Bowl has a holding capacity of approximately 2 gallons and is about 6½” in height (without a Foot). The top opening is 14″ in diameter. It is the longest-running punch bowl in the American pattern. Of all the punch bowls made in the 2056 line, the original 14″ Punch Bowl remains one of the most popular.
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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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by Julie Noyas | Jul 18, 2018 | Boats, Celery, Olive, Pickle, & Relishes
Item Number: 624
Length: 9″
Production Dates: 1939-1970
The 4-Division Relish is technically classified as a relish and/or buffet dish. It is a beautiful serving piece, with four divided compartments. Serrated edges encase the complete top rim of the piece. While it might look dainty and feminine in appearance, it is quite substantial for its size – with a weight of approximately two pounds.
The 4-Division Relish was produced from approximately 1939 through 1970. It is about 9″ in length and 6½″ in width – measured from one outer edge to the other. A variety of food items are easily served from this beautiful dish – from celery sticks to an assortment of veggies, olives, crackers and more!
There are not many pieces in the American line that display this particular type of edging. You can find it on the small Square Ash Tray and in the handle design of a few of the American trays. The most common type of damage found with this piece is to the protruding edge, so proper care should be taken when storing.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 9, 2018 | Trays & Platters
Item Number: 726
Width: 10″
Production Dates: 1948-1973
The Handled Muffin Tray was produced from 1948 through 1973. It is approximately 8″ in length and about 10″ wide (measured from handle to handle). While people today might not serve muffins as much as they did in the mid-1900’s, it is still a dish that can be used for a multitude of purposes. When not in use to serve food, it is quite beautiful on a buffet table – holding and serving fresh napkin linens to your dinner guests as they walk by.
The handles are truly a work of art. I find them to be quite attractive, and they are extremely smooth and soft to the touch. From the bottom of the tray to the top of the handle, they measure in at about 3½” in height.
The Handled Muffin Tray is every easy to transport from one area to the next, all with the help of those lovely handles. Even so, I try and support the dish with at least one hand on the bottom as I move it from one area to the other.
The Handled Muffin Tray was also produced in a beautiful Ruby color. The Ruby items were produced from the 1980s through the late 1990s.
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