The companys facility was known as the black cat from all the carbon dust. Advertising books dolls games guitars movies music memorabilia paper records. Fireking, anchor hocking, 40s, 50s, 60s, glassware, glass. Published september 1st 2009 by collector books first published 2009. Berwick or boopie glassware was produced by the anchor hocking glass corporation for almost three decades, from the 1950s to the 1970s. Additionally, their extensive product offerings range from cake display.
Anchor hocking produces highquality, practical glassware in a wide assortment of timeless styles. The wexford line of clear pressedglass crystal tableware was manufactured by anchor hocking from 19671998 and could be bought in clear, goldband, platinum or smoke glass and more. Early american prescut was a product of the 60s era, with many different pieces being produced. Product title anchor hocking 4piece reality cooler glassware set average rating. It isnt quite old enough to be eapg expensive, but its attracting more attention with every passing year making it a worthy investment for the savvy collector. An information and price guide schiffer book for collectors with price. Anchor hocking wexford clear glass 7 oz punch, coffee or tea cup set of 4 4. Anchor hocking 16 piece reality drinkware set glass drinkware. Get the best deals on anchor hocking wexford 40s, 50s, 60s glassware when you shop the largest online selection at. This brand can be found easily at target or walmart. Loaded with hundreds of fullcolor photographs, vintage catalog pages, company morgue items, facts, new information, and values, this new edition will be a hit with collectors of its. What is the history of anchor hocking wexford glassware. The company, then named hocking glass company, was based in ohio, and would later become a part of several acquisitions and mergers that would lead it to modern day success.
After surviving the depression, hocking glass merged with anchor cap and closure to become the anchor hocking company, as the name remains today. Many forms of glassware contain lead, but anchor hocking does not or contains a very minute amount. Replacement pieces available for the early america prescut, star of david, crystal pattern made by anchor hocking. It along with the oatmeal style were anchor hockings most collectible styles of. Anchor hocking glass museum history of anchor hocking.
Early american prescut glassware by anchor hocking is commanding a place in the collectible glassware circles. Originally, the waterford pattern was only manufactured by the hocking glass company from 1938 to 1944. Anchor hockings wexford is a pattern to pay attention to. Product anchor hocking life durable glass hydration water bottle mint. Founded by the hocking river in lancaster, ohio, it all started in an old plant called the black cat. Anchor hocking 03922mr canister set white ceramic 4pc.
April 26, 2017 anchor hocking wexford glassware history. The 6 things to avoid when buying jadeite glass by robin budd via. Raised diamond design with a band of smaller diamonds above and a plain band at the rim or edges. From the 1940s through 2000, anchor hocking glass corporation of lancaster, ohio, produced an extensive line of heat resistant oven glassware called fireking. The history of boopie by anchor hocking our pastimes. Early america prescut, glassware replacements by anchor. The pattern was most commonly available in crystal clear and pink, but limited quantities of yellow and white were also produced. The company employs over 1,500 associates nationwide and is supported by our parent company, the oneida group. Anchor hocking catalogs, 1940present schiffer book for collectors. Anchor hocking has a prolific history and there are many sites with very interesting and historical information.
With the exception of the 3footed candy dish and perhaps the sugar, creamer and relish insert pink is difficult to find and expensive when you do find it. Anchor hocking first came into existence when isaac j. Since anchor hocking began in 1905, three things have come out of the same plant. Anchor hocking company is a manufacturer of glassware. With the exception of some pieces as listed further down, it was produced from 1960 1974. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Wexford anchor hocking late 1960s and 1970s found almost exclusively in clear, though there are some colored pieces in existence. It was published by collector books and has a total of 223 pages in the book. From the 1940s through 2000, anchor hocking glass corporation of lancaster, ohio, produced an extensive line of heatresistant oven glassware called fireking. Replacement pieces available for the wexford glassware pattern made by anchor hocking glass. Collins, a native of salisbury, maryland, had been working in the decorating. Shop double old fashioneds, wine glasses, water goblets, champagne flutes, decanters, and much more from wellknown crystal makers like waterford, mikasa, lenox, gorham, and others. The companys lines included not only dinnerware but also a plethora of glass kitchen items measuring cups, mixing bowls, mugs, and more.
Anchor hocking reality small and large drinking glasses, 16piece set, crystal clear 95031l 4. Anchor hocking 4piece glass jar set with gingham lids, clearred. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Anchor hocking wexford 3 cranberry relish serving trays. Its available in pink, crystal, green, ice blue, and red in plates, tumblers, pitchers, and more. Fireking is an anchor hocking brand of glassware similar to pyrex. The cd documents the wexford on display in the anchor hocking glass. The history of the anchor hocking star of david glassware is that is was first manufactured in the early 1960s. Boopie stemware has a row of marblelike beads encircling the outer edge of.
By that time, anchor hocking glassware was being produced by machines that could mold and press pieces at 90 or more items a minute. Anchor hocking glass clear wexford jelly condiment jar with gold tone metal top. Since 1905, this ohiobased company has grown into a major glass and crystal producer with dozens of product lines and subsidiaries that manufacture glass for any setting. In 1942, in the hopes of cornering a fresh market for affordable and attractive cookware, anchor hocking glass began producing their nowfamous line of ovenproof, lowcost, lowexpansion borosilicate glassware. From the 1940s through 2000, anchor hocking glass corporation of lancaster. Shop for anchor hocking glass storage online at target. This is how we pushed forward into the modern world. Vintage fire king dinnerware and glassware products were first produced by the anchor hocking glass corp. Anchor hocking beacon hill old fashioned whiskey rocks glass 10. Manhattan was produced by anchor hocking from 1938 to 1943. Discover our most popular crystal glassware patterns.
National depression glass association anchor hockings. Anchor hocking is proud to be the only american manufacturer of premium cosmetic flint wine and spirit bottles that is both headquartered and produced entirely in the usa. Famous for its fireking brand of glassware in the mid20th century, anchor hocking glass corporation. Eapc stands for anchor hockings early american prescut line of glass, line number 700 series.
From the 1940s through 2000, anchor hocking glass corpor. Wexford, anchor hocking, 40s, 50s, 60s, glassware, glass. While entire pages could be written about these mergers alone, the. Vintage anchor hocking clear glass wexford pattern butter dish with lid. Founded in 1905, anchor hocking provides durable and designinspired glass products for cooking, entertaining, and home decor. It was formerly made of low expansion borosilicate glass and ideal for oven use. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you.
Most popular crystal glassware patterns replacements, ltd. The miss america pattern, produced between 1935 to 1937, proved to be among the companys best sellers. The cd documents the wexford on display in the anchor hocking glass museum. See more ideas about wexford, glassware, vintage glassware. Founded in 1905 near the hocking river for which its named, the pressedglass company prospered on its own until 1937, when it merged with the anchor cap and closure corporation of long. Glassdepression glassanchor hockingvintage, antique and collectibleavailable for sale at. Anchor hocking wexford 40s, 50s, 60s glassware for sale ebay. Famous for its fireking brand of glassware in the mid20th century, anchor hocking glass corporation began as the hocking glass company of lancaster, ohio. For a good look at most of the pieces and realistic values, get the book fire king and more by gene florence. See more ideas about wexford, glass, vintage glassware.
Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. The waterford waffle pattern of depression era glass is easily recognizable by its crosshatch, waffle pattern. Wexford glass, glassware replacements by anchor hocking glass. In 1905, the beginnings of anchor hocking glass company occurred near the hocking river. From the 1940s through 2000, anchor hocking glass corporation of.
An added advantage is that its both vintage and dishwasher safe. I have 28 pieces including a water pitcher, goblets, tumblers, berry dish, relish tray and punch bowl. Fireking was originally produced in the 1940s for everyday use, rather than display. Anchor hocking story since anchor hocking began in 1905, two things have come out of the same plant. Crystal is the most common color, though pink, ruby, green and iridescent were also made. Hopper has been collecting anchor hocking glass for years and currently.
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