Vintage clear glass crystal top hat cigarette holder, fostoria american pattern. Although the townspeople of fostoria, ohio had given their land to the glass company for free, fostoria glassworks was unable to remain because of a lack of natural resources. Fostoria american line 2056 schiffer book for collectors leslie pina on. Antique fostoria part1 price guide antiques prices. Separately tuesday, the seneca county park district community park grants program presented a city park. Fostoria american clear 7 1 4 flared vase 4241879 for sale online fostoria american clear crystal vase this vase is among several pieces i have from my grandmothers and mother in laws collections. Fostoria designer george sakier schiffer book for collectors only 1 left in stock more on the way. For more than 60 years, fostoria has manufactured electric heating products, industrial fans, thermostats, task lighting, machine tool lights and process equipment ovens in the united states. Its raised pyramid design is the most commercially successful pattern ever produced, according to ann kerr, author of fostoria. One of their main products was stemware but they also make the usas first complete. The fostoria glass company was an american business founded in 1887 by w. Fostoria marked very few of their pieces so unless you recognize the shape or the cutting or the etch its going to be difficult to identify the glass pattern.
Fostoria american line 2056 by leslie pina, hardcover. Littman 38 illustrated pages showing all american pieces cataloged by the fostoria. Portrayed here is a snapshot of life in fostoria beginning with just over 100 years ago when the town was. This book covers the imposing history of patterned glassware made by fostoria from 18871942. Lerone martin, a 1998 graduate of fostoria juniorsenior high school, is researching the historic relationship between religion and the fbi for a book to be titled j. Whitepages is the largest and most trusted online phone book and directory. Lover of beautiful tablescapes, great food, and fostoria american glassware. This page from the 1936 catalog shows their popular american pattern. Catalogs, collectors and collecting, fostoria glass company, glassware, history. The books fostoria american complete guide and pocket value.
American fostoria, the crystal for america glassware. It is a must read for every fostorian as well as all americans. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. The new company was formed by men from west virginia who were experienced in the glassmaking business.
By compiling historical articles that appreared for over twelve years in the local newspaper, this book captures the essence of the wonderful way of life in fostoria, ohio. The line includes many tableware items such as glassware, footed crystal, pitchers, plates, and bowls. For a time they were the largest producers of handmade glass in america. Fostoria american cake stand square with rum well antique serving piece. The elegant and masteretchings schiffer book for collectors only 2 left in stock more on the way.
Fostoria american 2056 photos and collecting tips by julie. Fostoria american is one of the most prolific elegant glass patterns. Fostoria glassware is famous for its ingenuity, creativity, colors, design and american pattern. Although the townspeople of fostoria, ohio had given their land to the glass company for free, fostoria glassworks was unable to. It began operations in fostoria, ohio, on december 15, 1887, on land donated by the townspeople. If you want to learn more about the fostoria american pattern, please take a peek at my other website for more information to learn more about current pricing of fostoria american plates, please refer to this affiliate link for available dinner plates on ebay. Fostoria american complete guide and pocket value guide by. This book is must reading for anyone interested in our town. I am aware of only one fairy lamp that fostoria actually called fairy and that is the victoria pattern number 183, which fostoria patented around. It is approximately 40 miles 64 km south of toledo and 90 miles 140 km north of columbus.
Library alert covid19 the library will be closed to the public until further notice. Initially, the factory was located in fostoria, ohio, but would only be located there a short time. Fostoria yellow pages phone books in ohio oh whitepages. Fostoria was advertised as the crystal for america. Fostoria glass museum on facebook email research requests our research can help identify patterns and other information about fostoria glassware but due to the nonprofit status of the fostoria glass society of america, we cannot provide information on appraisals, prices, or values. The fostoria glass company is the original creator of fostoria glass crystal. Fostoria white pages fostoria phone directory lookup.
Black and white vintage print of tea kettles, percolators, american cut glass ware 2 sided 1968 page from a book on americana published in new york, usa exquisite details make this print perfect for framing. New listing 3 fostoria american crystal 3 38 old fashioned tumbler glasses. Most all true american fostoria pieces have three seams. The cube glass isnt as good quality while the fostoria is real crystal that has a glow in the light. You will find over 425 patterns made by such industry giants as u.
It also is one of the patterns that tend to become a point of confusion with many collectors, especially those new to collecting. The fostoria glass company manufactured pressed, blown and handmolded glassware and tableware for almost 90 years. They started their company in northwest ohio to take advantage of newly. May 19, 2001 the best solution, if you plan on buying or selling much fostoria american, is to educate yourself. Probably more brides and homemakers in america have received gifts of and purchased glassware made at the fostoria factory, in moundsville, west virginia, than any other glass company. This book contains historical articles about fostoria, ohio, written by paul h. Introduced in 1915, american was produced for many, many years in a wide variety of pieces ranging from dinnerware to elaborate punch sets. New listing rare fostoria american tall candlestick holders stepped cubed. National american glass club web counter all text, images, and software code on this website are the ed property of the fostoria glass society of america, inc. An exhaustive reference book for fostoria patterns. Nov 28, 2012 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. I am aware of only one fairy lamp that fostoria actually called fairy and that is the victoria pattern number 183, which fostoria patented around 1888. This book is the second in a series of two that contains historical articles about fostoria, ohio, written by paul h. Could also be used as a set of range salt and pepper shakers.
Aug, 2012 the fostoria glass company manufactured pressed, blown and handmolded glassware and tableware for almost 90 years. The american pattern, introduced in 1915, is still being produced by lancaster colony who bought the fostoria company in 1983, making it the most successful pattern in the history of glass making. The company closed in 1983 after 96 years in business. It is approximately 40 miles 64 km south of toledo and 90 miles 140 km north of columbus the city is known for its railroads, as 100 trains pass through the city each day. Fostoria american line 2056 schiffer book for collectors. Fostoria is one of the best known and admired names in american glassware. Fostoria american line 2056 schiffer book for collectors by leslie pina oct 1, 2006. How to identify fostoria glass pattern identification guide. Fostoria was placed in fiscal emergency status by state auditor dave yost on may 25, 2016. Fostoria american americana chamber handled candleholder pair. The fostoria value guide is a compilation of all the items listed in the first four volumes, plus additional information not previously presented. Lookalikes were made, however, so it is wise to do further research if you have a similar piece.
Nonprofit museum dedicated to the preservation of fostoria glass. We offer the ability to search by first name, last name, phone number, or business name. Fostoria american crystal and books from the sidney seligson estate, sachse, texas. For the first time, collectors and dealers can have an unusually extensive resource on fostoria in one handy book. Entertain, gather, and turn your house into a home thats undeniably yours with the american clear stem flared vase by. When the areas natural gas deposits ran out, fostoria moved to wheeling, west virginia, and then to moundsville, west virginia, in 1891, where it remained until it closed in 1983. Fostoria white pages phone books in ohio oh whitepages. Also featured are a chapter on color with 34 examples, fostorias american lady pattern, closeups of certain fostoria american pieces that are often confused, examples of severe and normal grinding on piece bottoms, mystery pieces, small cube pieces, seligsons unique numbering system which is often used for piece identification at auctions. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back.
During its century of operation, the range of style, form, decoration, color, and manufacturing technique was tremendous. It began operations in fostoria, ohio, usa, on december 15, 1887, at south vine street, near railroad, on free land donated by the townspeople. Of all the highly successful patterns included in weathermans book, american is fostorias alltime bestseller. The fostoria glass company was a manufacturer of pressed, blown and handmolded glassware and tableware. This site features the most complete reference book. Fostoria native to publish a book on christian america. At the time of their appearance they were the talk of the town. Fostoria american clear 10 round pedestal cake stand with rum well.
Fostoria american crystal glass clear round small candy trinket dish and lid. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. It is also helpful to visit antique shops and handle pieces that you know are fostorias american. Apr 12, 2001 this book contains historical articles about fostoria, ohio, written by paul h. At one time fostoria was the largest maker of handmade glassware in the united states, employing nearly people. There are a large numbers of items produced and collected by many.
The best solution, if you plan on buying or selling much fostoria american, is to educate yourself. Fostoria american 2056 photos and collecting tips by. With the picture quality herein, this book is not only for the new collector who is just being introduced to early american pattern glass, but also for those who have collected for years. Fostoria american crystal and books from the sidney seligson. We use cookies on this site to enhance the visitor experience.
This is particularly true with the american iced tea glasses as examples made by other companies look very similar. Fostoria american 2056 photos and collecting tips by julie noyas, tampa, florida. Brady founded the fostoria glass company in fostoria, ohio. It had over 1,000 patterns, including one american that was produced for. Clear fostoria american elegant glassware for sale ebay. The city of fostoria is located in the state of oh. The fostoria glass company was a manufacturer of pressed, blown and hand molded. Feb 06, 20 this is the summary of fostoria american line 2056 schiffer book for collectors by leslie a. A fostoria native is writing a book on the relationship between religion, the fbi, and national security in american history to be published by princeton university press. At the time of the articles appearance they were the talk of the town.
This is the summary of fostoria american line 2056 schiffer book for collectors by leslie a. In this volume, an updated price guide is presented as well. Fostoria made several lamps and candle holders including fullsize and miniature lamps, saucer candles, and finger candles. American by fostoria, glass iced tea, active pattern. American fostoria, the crystal for america glassware replacements. Krupps fostoria, ohio book is a great historic account of a great city. The factory in moundsville opened with a furnace that could fire 14. Jul 27, 2011 how to identify fostoria glass pattern identification guide. American fostoria was produced in fostoria, ohio for four years. Fostoria american crystal and books from the sidney seligson estate. We have compiled the ultimate database of phone numbers from around the state and country to help you locate any lost friends, relatives or family members. Production was then moved to moundsville, west virginia where american was produced from 19151986 one of the longest produced us patterns in tableware history.
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