Item Number: T-04
Length: 10½″
Production Dates: 1915-1943
(aka Condiment Tray; 10½” Oval Tray)
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Item Number: T-01
Diameter: 12″
Production Dates: 1924-1943
Many of the trays in the Fostoria American line were either square, oblong, or rectangular in shape. There is only one that is round in shape, and that is the 12″ Round Tray. The only other item that looks similar to the Round Tray is the cubed Coaster (the one with no central rays and a plain rim). The Coaster looks like a miniature version of the Round Tray.
The Round Tray is quite handsome, and it is a solid piece of glass. The surface of the tray is smooth, to allow for glasses and other items to sit properly. The 12″ Round Tray was also an item that was featured in the American Old Fashioned Set, which included a Decanter, a Bitters Bottle, and six Old Fashioned Cocktail glasses.
The diameter of the Round Tray is 12-inches. It has a plain rim, void of any cube design. The measurement of the inside rim is about ½″ high.
The circular surface of the tray exceptionally displays the design, craftsmanship, and artistry of the American pattern.
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Item Number: T-08
Length: 5″
Production Dates: 1917-1943
The Fostoria American Oblong Pin Tray was originally designed to hold pins, or other small items. It was primarily produced in clear crystal. During the mid-1920’s; however, it was chosen to be one of a few items that was also produced in three colors – Amber, Blue and Canary.
The tray was introduced in 1917 as the Oblong Pin Tray, as this was a time in our history when pins and buttons were a necessary item in one’s wardrobe. As the years went by, Fostoria Glass officially changed its name to the “5 in. Oblong Tray”.
The Oblong Pin Tray is approximately 5″ in length, and about 2⅝” in width. This piece was produced through 1943, known by the two names mentioned previously. You can use this tray for a variety of purposes, even today. In fact, this particular tray is often used in what some people refer to as a Pomade Set. A Pomade Set consists of one Oblong Pin Tray and two of the 2″ Pomade and Covers. The Pomades are square in shape and fit quite nicely on the tray, which makes for a lovely presentation.
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Item Number: 659
Length: 4″
Production Dates: 1938-1943; 1947-1973
Without a doubt, this is one of the smallest (and cutest) trays in the entire American pattern. While the Individual Shaker Tray is one of three items that was used in the 3-Piece Individual Shaker Set, it was also available for purchase as a separate item. The Shaker Tray fits the square Individual Shakers with Fostoria Glass Tops and the Individual Shakers with Silver Tops.
The Individual Shaker Trays came into production around 1938, and were first introduced with the Individual Shakers with Fostoria Glass Tops. They were produced from approximately 1938 – 1943. They came back into production around 1947, and were later paired with the Individual Shakers with the Silver Tops. Many years later, the Trays were discontinued. Fostoria Glass; however, continued to produce the Shakers (without the Trays) through 1982.
The Individual Shaker Trays are precious. With a petite size of approximately 4″ in length (from handle to handle), they are only about 1½” in width. They have two compartments, with a slightly raised partition in the center, that holds the Individual Shakers neatly in place.
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Item Number: T-05
Length: 13½″
Production Dates: 1915-1925
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Item Number: T-03
Length: 6″
Production Dates: 1915-1943
The Fostoria Glass Company made more than one Oval Pin Tray. Each one is different in design, as well as in their size dimensions. The Handled Oval Pin Tray was featured in Fostoria’s 1915 Catalog Supplement, which originally debuted the American pattern. Two trays were introduced at that time, the Oval Comb & Brush Tray and the 6″ Handled Oval Pin Tray.
Both trays are very similar in design; however, the Oval Comb and Brush Tray is the largest – approximately 10″ in length. The Handled Oval Pin Tray is approximately 3″ wide and is actually about 6¾” in length, if measured from handle to handle. Fostoria simply named this piece the 6-Inch Oval Pin Tray. Another Oval Pin Tray (different design) was produced later; hence, I call the item featured in this post the “Handled” Oval Pin Tray to distinguish between the two pieces. The other version is more rare, void of any handle, and can be seen here.
Production dates on this piece are estimates, based on my research and catalog verification. There are some authors on Fostoria American that have the production dates wrong on this item, but only by a few years. Without a doubt, we know that the Handled Oval Pin Tray was featured in the 1915 Catalog Supplement. Therefore, we know it came into production in 1915 and was produced until approximately 1943.
The Oval Pin Trays are not common items – certainly not something you typically find while treasure hunting. When I do find these pieces, I make sure to rescue them right away! The sides of the tray are clear glass, with the cube design on the bottom. Unfortunately, many times you will find the inner rims nicked or slightly damaged due to wear and tear over the years. I find this piece to be truly unique, and it can be used for a multitude of purposes – even today.
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