by Julie Noyas | Jan 4, 2017 | Covered Containers, Nappies
Item Number: 505
Height: 5”
Production Dates: 1924-1982
The Fostoria Nappy and Cover was a very popular piece in the American line. So popular, in fact, that it has a Look-Alike cousin in the American Whitehall pattern. Many times people confuse the two, and it is not uncommon to see the American Whitehall piece being sold as genuine Fostoria American. The American Whitehall piece is called a “Candy Box/Cover”.
The Nappy and Cover is approximately 5″ in height. The Nappy Cover (or Lid) is approximately 3” high and has an inside retainer ring of clear glass. While Fostoria Glass officially called this piece a “Nappy”, it is also referred by many as a candy dish.
If you find a similar dish in color, then it is probably the Whitehall version. The American Whitehall Candy Box was manufactured in a variety of colors – such as Blue, Ruby, Green, Blue Carnival, and more. It was also produced in clear crystal.
The Nappy and Cover was produced for many years and is still fairly easy to find in the aftermarket. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Nappy and Covers on eBay.
by Julie Noyas | Dec 14, 2016 | Appetizer, Buffet & Relish, Covered Containers
Item Number: 462
Height: 3½”
Production Dates: 1915-1944; Reinstated 1947-1970
The Fostoria American Lemon and Cover is another pioneering piece in the American pattern. We know that it was introduced in 1915, based on the information in Fostoria’s 1915 Catalog Supplement. It was then produced for many years thereafter, taking a brief hiatus in the mid-1940’s, before being reinstated in 1947. Whether used for its original purpose or not, it is a versatile and practical serving piece.
The Lemon and Cover has an approximate height of 3½”, with a diameter of 5½” (this measurement can vary slightly). The Cover does not have a serrated edge; instead, the top edge is smooth – with two indentations – approximately 180 degrees apart from each other. In contrast, the actual Lemon Dish has two notches on the top edge – making for a perfect and precise fit with the Cover.
The Lemon and Cover could also be used for a multitude of other purposes – such as a candy, confection and/or relish dish. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Lemon Dishes on eBay.
by Julie Noyas | Nov 10, 2016 | Covered Containers, Jam, Jelly, Marmalade, & Preserve
Item Number: 442
Height: 4½”
Production Dates: 1948-1971
The Fostoria American Jam Pot and Cover is precious. I like everything about it – from it’s size to its Cover. This piece was specifically called a “Jam Pot”, not to be confused with the totally different-looking Jelly and Cover. Fostoria Glass also made a 3 Pc. Jam Pot Set – which included two of these individual Jam Pots (and Covers), and a Tray.
The Jam Pot and Cover is approximately 4½” tall and the Cover is about 3″ in diameter. Though somewhat small in stature, I find it to be the perfect size for serving jam and any other food condiment. The Cover fits nicely on the Jam Pot, and is easy to take on and off. Since neither the Cover nor the Pot have serrated edges – they seem to have handled decades of wear with less damage, nicks, or cracks than many of their American siblings. The smooth edges on both the Pot and the Cover have helped it survive over the years. All glass pieces; however, still require caution and care in their handling.
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by Julie Noyas | Oct 27, 2016 | Covered Containers, Jam, Jelly, Marmalade, & Preserve
Item Number: 447
Height: 6¾”
Production Dates: 1915-1982
The Fostoria Glass Company made a few Jelly or Jam pieces in the American pattern – one of which was the Jelly and Cover. Looking like a candy dish, many people often classify it as such. While the Jelly and Cover was originally described and named for serving just that, this beautiful dish will also serve candy and other small foods rather nicely.
The Jelly and Cover is approximately 6¾” to 7″ in height, and about 4½” in diameter. It is one of the pioneering pieces in the line, debuting in the first Fostoria American 1915 Catalog Supplement. With an amazing production life, it was still being manufactured right up until the early 1980’s.
Back when this piece was first introduced over a hundred years ago, serving jelly or dessert in this type of glassware was very popular – especially in the 1800’s – and for years thereafter. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Jelly and Covers on eBay.
This is a beautiful piece of Fostoria American that you can buy quite inexpensively – even today.
by Julie Noyas | Oct 21, 2016 | Covered Containers
Item Number: 344
Height: 4″
Production Dates: 1937-1944 and 1947-1970
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by Julie Noyas | Oct 12, 2016 | Covered Containers
Item Number: 347
Height: 7″
Production Dates: 1948-1982
The Fostoria Glass Company produced a few different candy dishes in the American pattern. This particular dish is the Footed Candy and Cover. It does have a hexagon foot; therefore, some people refer to it as the Hexagon Footed Candy Dish. The latter name describes it well, just bear in mind that the official name from Fostoria Glass was a “Footed Candy & Cover”.
Finding a Footed Candy & Cover today that does not have any fleabites, nicks, or dings in the rim of the Cover might be a bit challenging. If you find one with nicks or damage, keep looking … for excellent specimens can still be located. The actual Candy and Cover (two pieces) interlock with each other, so if someone hastily – or harshly – puts the Cover back on, damage could occur. When searching for this piece, be sure to take the Cover off and inspect it. If searching online, try to get the Seller to display a picture of the Cover’s bottom rim before purchasing.
The Footed Candy & Cover stands approximately 7″ tall (with the Cover on). Since the clear crystal version was produced for many years, it is not considered a rare item. However, Fostoria Glass also produced this piece in the American Ruby color. Unlike the clear crystal version which was produced through 1982, the Ruby version was one of a handful of American Ruby items that was offered in 1983.
A rare piece to find is the White Milk Glass Footed Candy & Cover. It was not part of a regular production run and was probably made during the time Fostoria Glass offered milk glass items for the American 2056 line (mid-1950s to mid-1960s).
As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Footed Candy and Covers on eBay.
Since people sometimes refer to this item as the Hexagon Footed Candy Dish, you might need to modify your search terms accordingly.
