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    Fostoria Crystal

    Fostoria crystals were manufactured by the famous Fostoria Glass Company, which began as a glass-producing house in 1887. Originally the factory was situated in Fostoria, Ohio, but was only there for a short time because even though the townspeople gave their land to the glass company for free, the factory was unable to remain due to lack of natural resources. Within four years, the factory moved to Moundsville, WV in 1891, and built one heating system capable of firing fourteen pieces, and continued to produce Fostoria crystal glass till 1972. It was an extraordinary achievement for the late 19th century industry of glassworks.

    In 1925, the factory expanded to adding five more furnaces. Initially, the company manufactured decorative lamps and stemware pieces for the American home, and soon surfaced as a leader in American glassware market. It was during this period that the factory started marketing lines of Fostoria crystal colored dinnerware and stemware pieces. The new products became an instant success, and the rise of the business all through the nineteenth century had Americans turning away from afternoon teas, instead into casual after work cocktail parties. Fostoria crystal colored pieces was perfect for polished casual entertaining.

    The Fostoria crystal factory continued to do well through the 1960's and 1970's, even weathering the great depression in the 1930's and Second World. All through the 1970's foreign competition increased, and the company sold its stock and Moundsville factory to Lancaster Colony Corporation. Eventually, the company decided to close the factory and sell the remaining stock in 1983 directly to consumers.

    Today, Fostoria crystals are readily available through Replacements Ltd. and other sellers. Some of the famous patterns of Fostoria crystals include American, Colony, Holly, Chintz, and Romance. Here are some classic pieces of Fostoria Crystals sold at Milbra's Crystal:

    Fostoria Crystal American Condiment Set
    The set includes two cruets, stoppers, shakers (FGT), cover and spoon, mustard, and cloverleaf tray.
    Price: $595 each

    Fostoria Tableware
    This is a fabulous listing items manufactured around 1924-1943.
    Price: $28.45 each

    Fostoria Wisteria Foot Manor 4020 Footed Jug
    This tableware was manufactured in 1924-1943
    Price: $1,500
    Fostoria Green Grape Leaf 12" Bowl
    This piece is one of the Brocade etchings from the 1920's.
    Price: $175

    Fostoria Meadow Rose 3-Light Candlestick
    This piece is rare and made in 1937-1943 only.
    Price: $110

    Fostoria Topaz with Gold Firenze Combination Bowl
    This piece is rare and was made in 1929 only.
    Price: $250

    Fostoria Crystal American Ind. Shaker Set, Chrome tops
    This chrome tops pieces were offered from 1941-1974.
    Price $67

    Today Fostoria crystals still catch the eye of collectors and are indicative of an American legend in the glasswork industry, remaining to be highly collectible items.

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