by Julie Noyas | Aug 17, 2015 | Drinkware & Stemware, Punch Bowls, Cups, & More
Item Number: 615
Approximate Size: 2½″ H; 6 oz.
Production Dates: 1915-1970
Fostoria made a few different punch cups, with most differences being attributed to their handle and whether the cup was flared or regular in shape. This particular cup is the regular version, with a round handle. The cup’s height is approximately 2½″, with a flat bottom. The top diameter is approximately 3″ with a cup capacity of 6 ounces.
For me, this particular piece of glass is special … as it was one of the first cups introduced in the American pattern. In fact, it is featured in the original 1915 Fostoria American catalog. When introduced, Fostoria Glass Company referred to it as a “Custard” cup, not a Punch Cup. It was not until many years later that Fostoria Glass started referring to it as their Regular Punch Cup. One must remember, that as the times changed … so did people’s cooking and eating habits. Fostoria Glass would sometimes add or delete items, or change their respective names, to reflect the current trends in the market.
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by Julie Noyas | Aug 11, 2015 | Drinkware & Stemware, Punch Bowls, Cups, & More
Item Number: D-02
Height: 2¼″
Production Dates: Not Cataloged
It is important to note that the flared Punch Cups, with flat handles, can vary slightly in size. The one shown in this post is the bigger one, with a top diameter of approximately 3½ inches. The height of the Punch Cup is approximately 2¼″, with a flat bottom. Other size variations (up to about ¼″) might also be found in the height of the clear band of glass around the top of the cup. The Punch Cup holds about 6 ounces.
This Punch Cup is referenced as “flat-handled” because the top of the handle is flat. This characteristic is different from other punch cups and coffee cups made by Fostoria Glass, which featured a typical round handle.
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by Julie Noyas | Aug 4, 2015 | Covered Containers, Dinnerware Accessories
Item Number: 297
Height: 5¾”
Production Dates: 1915-1974
This is the round Fostoria American Butter and Cover. The Fostoria Glass Company officially made two types of butter dishes, the one you see here … and the Oblong Butter and Cover. The Round Butter and Cover was introduced in Fostoria’s 1915 original debut of the American pattern, whereas the Oblong Butter and Cover did not make an appearance until many years later.
In most scenarios, due to it’s age and beauty, the round Butter and Cover is usually the more sought after and valuable variation of the two butter dishes. The approximate height of the Butter Dish and Cover is 5¾”, and the approximate diameter of the Butter Dish (Plate) is 7¼”.
Fostoria’s butter dishes are really quite impressive. They are substantial pieces of glass, with great clarity and weight. The Butter and Cover lived a long and beautiful life. It was produced from 1915 – 1974, making it the longest production-run butter dish in the American line. People adored it, and still do.
While I still use mine for it’s original purpose, I also use it in other unconventional ways. They make beautiful mini-cake domes and are perfect for storing and serving cupcakes in grand style. There really is no limit as to how you can use these beautiful treasures.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 28, 2015 | Cake Salvers & Servers, Trays & Platters
Item Number: T-10
Diameter: 10½”
Production Dates: 1934-1943
This is the Fostoria American Handled Cake Tray (with a metal handle). While it is called a Cake Tray, it can be used to serve a variety of other foods, other than cake. It has an approximate diameter of 10½” and has a shiny metal handle in the center of the plate tray. The metal handle is substantial, and looks somewhat like a question mark.
Unlike some of the other Fostoria American cake stands and servers, this piece was only produced for about a decade. An older piece of the Fostoria American pattern, it will not be as plentiful on the open market … but still, one can usually buy the Handled Cake Tray without too much difficulty.
My fascination with this particular version of the Fostoria American cake servers is that it is different. It has a chrome metal handle that shines, and a plate tray that reflects light brilliantly. It is beautiful and elegant … but understated. Perfect for just about any occasion – formal, or otherwise.
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 23, 2015 | Cake Salvers & Servers
Item Number: 639-CS
Diameter: 10½″
Production Dates: 1978-1983
While the bigger cake servers in the American pattern had official names such as “Salver”, Fostoria Glass Company simply called this piece a “Cake Stand”. It is approximately 10½” in diameter, and about 4″ high. Though not as big as it’s siblings, it is still a beautiful and elegant cake server.
While this Cake Stand was produced in the latter part of Fostoria’s reign, as such – it had a shorter production life. It is slightly lighter in weight (though still heavy) than the Round and Square Salvers, and it bears a different design on the plate’s edge. The edges flow upward, with graceful curves or points. Another difference worth pointing out is that this piece does not have an indentation (or “well”) in the center glass.
The Fostoria American Cake stand is definitely a beautiful and wonderful piece, and would be a lovely asset to have in your American collection. 
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by Julie Noyas | Jul 8, 2015 | Cake Salvers & Servers
Item Number: 630
Diameter: 10″
Production Dates: 1916-1982
The Fostoria American 10″ Round Salver is a thing of beauty. Most people simply refer to it as a Cake Plate; however, Fostoria Glass Company called it their 10-in. Round Salver. Fostoria also made a Square Salver; however, it is the round version that had a longer production life and is usually easier to find. Both versions are equally gorgeous.
This piece of Fostoria glass is heavy and substantial. Indeed, it is no light-weight and weighs in at 5 lbs. It is about 10″ in diameter, with an approximate height of 7¼”. Made for many years, it’s production ended in the early 1980’s. Afterwards, Fostoria produced a new Cake Stand – which was smaller and less expensive.
Fostoria made several different pieces that could be used for serving cake – from trays with glass handles to those with metal handles. There is even a “Tid Bit Set” that is most perfect for serving pre-cut pieces of cake. Even though the official names of the pieces might not have had “cake” in them, their excellent design offers you a variety of cake-serving options.
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.
However you slice it – the Fostoria American Round Salver is still one of the most beautiful cake trays that has ever been produced, bar none. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Round Cake Salvers on eBay.
