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Hi Brigitte, Comments may fail to be approved or may be edited if the moderator deems that they: Your email address will not be published. Also, the teacups, 6 are round handles and 2 with regular handles. This bowl has five inside bottom rings as shown in picture 6 which makes the bowl highly collectible. It looks similar to Fiesta but is unglazed or marked on the bottom. Sent picture of both. Hi Mary, Stamp is straight across, HLC on top, fiesta Thank you! Isn't it nice to know that our beloved piece of original red fiestaware is real To everyone who wants exactly vintage Fiesta ware, just get a proper radiation detector. I think it is genuine I was hoping you could help me. If you measure the diameter and get a number that is slightly off (or fractional), youve got an original piece. Thanks Chris Larsen. They are NOT the same color, and Im confused. Im trying to go lead free and already have a nice collection of white cups and saucers. Seventeen more styles of cups (including the Tom and Jerry mugs), marmalades, mustards, platters and vases were added before the end of the 1930s. Note that the backstamp only indicates when the item was formed. Hi Carolyn, Chartreuse and Lemongrass Fiesta Mini-Disc Pitchers. Thanks for all the help you provide to those of use trying to get it right. Thanks! Vintage Fiesta backstamps use a lower case "f" in the word Fiesta. I am guessing that it is vintage but I cant find any like it online. FOr nearly 100 years this colorful dinnerware and bakeware has graced many a table. I have this yellow glazed lidded teapot that after looking online looks very similar to Vintage Riviera Teapots by Homer Laughlin. Appreciate your site. Includes one of the rarer colors of vintage fiesta, forest green and three of the first colors produced by fiesta: yellow and turquoise. Hi Christie! The years begin at 1992 with GG and the months are marked A through L, starting with January. Hi, What is the approximate age of a sugar bowl that has the following characteristics: Is vintage Fiestaware microwave safe? Fiestaware cups had full circle handles until 1969, when partial circle handles were introduced. The rest of the words in Fiesta are interconnected. Blog AD Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set Round Handle, AD Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set Stick Handle, Comparison Pitchers Teapots Carafes, Betty Crocker Limited Edition Mini Pitchers, Homer Laughlin China Collectors Association, East Liverpool High School Alumni Association. New Fiestaware will have a dry foot ring. Ink stamps are always newer (late 90s and on) and imprinted backstamps are sometimes older (some post-1986 Fiesta has imprints). Does this happen often? Looking at the underside will tell you plenty about your recent addition. Hi Sandra, The rule on upper/lower case letters DOES NOT HOLD for cast indented (in-mold) marks. Below are few examples of Fiestaware back stamps: Fiestaware Back Stamp Fiestaware Back Stamp Fiestaware Colors I bought a tripod candleholder. This is HLC's date coding system which it has used since the 1960's. Fiestaware manufactured by Homer Laughlin China company. Can anyone tell me is there a site that shows marking and the year the specific marking was produceed? The only brown I can match it to is Amberstone. Hi Sarah, It looks very odd and I was wondering if you knew what it means. Greetings. The Fiesta 14.25 oz. The first place to look in order to verify whether an item is genuine is to flip it over and look on the underside. Very important. But they arent ink, it is imbedded in the dishes. Cheers! This turquoise piece has the F with the distinctive loop at the top which means this piece was made after 1986. It is also a much truer, vivid turquoise. Any idea of the date? Becky. followed by B, C and D. Therefore a backstamp with the letters KKA indicates that the item was made in January,
Did fiesta ware ever make any light blue dinnerware? I am just beginning to purchase Fiestaware. I have a cup and saucer with all the correct marks on the underside of the saucer (3 pin marks,fiesta with small letter f, cup handle round) I dont see in your article this color mentioned anywhere. Well see what we can find out Thanks! The final group contains just one color, the rarest find, medium green. Its a cobolt red round sort of bowl which sits on its smaller round base. We love Fiesta fans and their passion for our colorful, American-made tableware. Thanks for reaching out would you be able to send along a picture to editor@causeafrockus.com? Backstamp: Incised. Casualstone is the sister line to the above Amberstone, made with an antique gold glaze (and occasional floral pattern). Learn them by heart so youll be ready the next time you stumble upon a potential rare find. Fiesta Persimmon Salt Shaker This salt shaker is in mint condition. Cheers! Hi Arlene, The impressed logo is fiesta HLC USA (in that order), wet foot, with three stilt marks, measures 9-78X 6-3/4. I would recommend talking w/local vintage shop owners to find a local expert you can take the three pieces to for review. In contrast, the new collection will have Fiesta with a capital F and the marks will be in a circular/curved format. Its a butter dish. The Fiestaware backstamp appears on most Fiesta pieces and has evolved throughout the years. I found this site to be helpful. Fiesta china - the forever-popular, brightly-colored dishes that feature art-deco-inspired concentric rings - and the company that makes it, . Thanks. Im new to Fiestaware and acquired several pieces which, from doing a little research including your site, believe is Vintage or old pieces. All the backstamps are applied by machine. Thanks for reaching out feel free to send pics to editor@causeafrockus.com and well dig in! Does Fiesta not put some kind of marking on their brand new lines? All genuine Fiestaware pieces have been made in the United States. Im not sure on the markings for new Fiesta we focus on the vintage pieces. As a reseller, now I am struggling with determining age of some items. Moreover, trademarks of The Homer Laughlin Company and others are used to identify the respective products and services. Hi Brianna, I emailed a picture to you. Photos available, thank you. If all letters on the Fiesta logo are lower case, then the piece of Fiesta is old. Fiestaware is a collection of colorful fine china pieces first produced during the Great Depression. Sizing is another good way to tell vintage from modern apart. In photos, depending on light it looks ivory, or yellow. I dont want to sell them too high or too low! Is it Fiesta? With teacups specifically, look for ring (perfectly circular) handles to identify it as an old Fiesta product. Fiesta Lead Free and Genuine with Date Code Backstamp, Fiesta Current version without Genuine Backstamp. In 1998, Homer Laughlin added a small raised H to the undersides of all Fiesta made from the original molds. Measures slightly over 7"h For Sale: $385 A: The method of placing our identification mark on a piece is determined by the way that the piece is made. The login page will open in a new tab. Approximately 6.25 turquoise, 3 point white holder marks. Fiesta Bread Tray Backstamp (0412) Fiesta Tapered Candlestick Backstamp (0430) Fiesta Spoon Rest Backstamp (0439) Fiesta Ring Handle Mug Backstamp (0453) Fiesta Small Cereal Bowl Backstamp (0460) Fiesta Medium Bowl Backstamp (0461) Fiesta Coffee Server Backstamp (0493) Fiesta Relish Tray Backstamp (0499) historic Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Tennessee. I came across a large circular dish/bowl/chop plate that looks like it is from the Macys Quatra collection, however of the 4 rings around the inside top edge, the blue and green rings are swapped. I found a 6-1/4 inch tall pitcher/creamer. 11 watching. If you could send a pic to editor@causeafrockus.com, we can dig in. Any info would be appreciated! Note Lead Free is missing from ink stamp. I would appreciate any comments you may have on that. Its the original old green color, is about 14 1/4 inches in diameter has no stamp but it does have three markings on the back. Looks sort of like a tiny wheelbarrel. Post-1986 Fiesta has a distinctive loop in the F. Current Fiesta has a hard, uppercase, printed F. Lead Free appeared on Fiesta after 1986. Fiesta Early version of a Post 86 backstamp. However note this convention was added only during the midpoint of the post-86 pearl gray production. The original red color, made from 1936-1943, is also incredibly rare. Naturally, design comes into play as well. Heres a site which might be able to shed some light on this for you: http://blog.fiestafactorydirect.com/2018/01/09/2018-new-color-announcement/, Can anyone date and possibly place a value on a vintage piece I inherited? It looks so much like fiesta. Id like to use them, rather than collect but I want to be sure theyre ok for the kids. Image courtesy of Flickr user littlehonda_350. So colors on fiesta ware is a great question and its one that is hard to answer without being there to analyze in person. I found a fiestaware plate with the lower case f but also has a VVA is this original or knock off. My limited understanding was that Mango Red was merely a re-name for the Fiesta Ironstone line 69 to 72, and the size is the same 10. Regarding the lead free status, that is a bit trickier. I bought a Black Cat Server (bowl) last month from the same seller and it is marked Fiesta on the bottom. Thank you for your help. The piece has no markings..Is white on bottom. if the letters in the word, Fiesta are all LOWER CASE, then it's OLD, if the letters in the word, Fiesta are all UPPER CASE, then it's NEW, if a cast indented mark has a little H at the bottom, then it is NEW, If a mold mark is circular, then it is NEW. It has become so highly collected that some pieces have sold for hundreds of dollars. Over the years, many companies have designed inexpensive knock-offs that confuse the consumer. Hi Monica, Learning to identify Fiestaware markings can help you determine if your piece is vintage. Below are three cases where telling the age of Fiesta can be automatic based on its marking. Becky. $13.99. Since 1936, a total of 55 colors were introduced into the line. I have a round, shallow 1.5 high, 8-round blue dish with the USA stamped on the back. I believe small older items were sometimes not marked and are more rare. Sorry, you have Javascript Disabled! Pyrex Vintage. The new stamp capitalizes the "F" in the name. Im looking at some pieces, all dry foot with off center stamps. After logging in you can close it and return to this page. Cheers! Heres a handy color history chart for reference too: https://fiestafactorydirect.com/pages/color-history good luck! Welcome to Depression Gla. Two other new Fiesta backstamps CIRCULAR MARKS If a mold mark is circular, then it is NEW Notice that "Fiesta, HLC, USA" are in a circular pattern. Vintage Fiesta yellow sugar bowl. fiesta (l/c) Approx 2.5 inches across opening. It doesnt have the plates, isnt vintage, but it includes a cobalt mini pitcher and that green item. Did you get the pictures of the yellow bowl I sent? Fiestaware was reissued in 1986 and still being produced today. For example, GGA would be January 1992. Cheers! The author has made efforts to ensure that the information provided on this site is accurate on the date of its first posting. And also in early pieces you may find some slight differentiation. I have a question about a bowl that has the wet foot and 3 markings and fiesta written in lowercase letters underneath that are the letters HLC USA and under that number 3. this logo is not printed in black but is he bedded into the clay like the mold. The F in Fiestaware has changed considerably since the 1930s. Great blog. Hi Janice, You will find early versionsof these items without the H. I like the best dating app with the letters. Fiesta originally launched with red, green, ivory, cobalt, and yellow, and the following year, 1937, it added turquoise to the mix. Fiestaware by Homer Laughlin has been around since the 1930s. TINKER. Are these made from different dates? I received some turquoise large dinner plates I was told were Fiesta, with no markings at all. How can I tell if my Fiestaware is old or vintage Fiestaware? The answer to those questions is neither simple nor definitive. It looks very fiesta to me. The new stamp capitalizes the "F". Hi Jeanette, Thanks for reaching out Im afraid I cant pinpoint the exact time for this color but this article is a super helpful guide with Fiesta colors: https://www.collectorsweekly.com/articles/an-interview-with-fiesta-dinnerware-collector-heidi-kellner/. Thanks! The color is cobalt. Further, The Homer Laughlin China Company &/or The Fiesta Tableware Co. (Company) did not participate and/or authorize the publication of the Post 86 Reference Guide, nor has it been reviewed and/or approve by the Company. I have not found these on line or in any of the books I have. When they encounter ware they think might be Fiesta, they flip it over to check the backstamp and make sure it is . Thanks for reaching out if you could send pictures to editor@causeafrockus.com, well dig in! If you could please send pics to editor@causeafrockus.com, well dig in! This collection was independently created and also is known under the name Sheffield Amberstone. Cause A Frockus would like to thank their tremendous resources: Fiesta Dishes, Ebay, Texas Cooking, and Collecting Fiesta, Lu-Ray, and Other Colorware by Mark Gonzalez. Wondering if Antique Gold and Mango (69-72) Red pieces would also have no markings. Thank you. MADE IN and discontinued Pfaltzgraff at its location in the. Below is a backstamp on a lilac jumbo saucer (below). These pieces where in different colors from the original line of Fiestaware. There is also no mark on the bottom of the pitcher. I understand that this color was only available from 1989-2006, and I see that the pieces have a dry foot. Although it is an ink mark, it is an under the glaze stamp. and then if you still feel good about their lineage, take them to a vintage shop owner to get an in person appraisal. They are in beautiful condition with no glaze on bottom ring and measure 5.5 on inside bottom. Another interesting question How do you distinguish Mango Red (69-72) from Red (post-59). Its hard to assess without seeing in person, but if you could email pics of the markings and pitcher that would be great: editor@causeafrockus.com H This collection was removed from shelves in 1973. Hi Jonathan, In an effort to sell products to new markets, they introduced a less expensive dinnerware. It does not take into account
There are other clues on the backstamp, such as the presence of absence of words such as Made in USA, Genuine and HLCO. But the above markings are the easiest clues to spot. $6.75 shipping. Thanks for reaching out if you could send pictures along to editor@causeafrockus.com well dig in! If you could send pictures to editor@causeafrockus.com well dig in! Finish: Glazed Glossy. Homer Laughlin introduced Fiesta, designed by Rhead, in 1936, phasing out the line in 1973. The company was known as the Homer Laughlin China Company (HLCC) until 2020, when it sold its food service divisions . Ive done my research, but no one seems to have definitive answers. Just click here to see the complete chart. The term sounds foreign, but the translation is simple: a wet foot means the underside is completely glazed; you will not be able to see any un-colored clay. Perhaps it isnt Fiesta but its driving the bidding? I also ordered a Sage set through them that hasnt been delivered yet. Thanks, Carolyn. All the backstamps are applied by machine. If youd like to send a picture of the loge / stamp to editor@causeafrockus.com we can research further. You can be assured they are vintage as characterized by the lower case "f" in the fiesta . While an ink stamp is usually an indication that the piece is new, some older pieces may be marked as such. For the older pieces, you might have to do some more digging or try a reference book like, Warmans Fiesta: Identification and Price Guide. Both have incised fiesta and HLC USA. The fiesta is all in lower case letters. They have an HLC logo stamp like the one found on the jumbo saucer. Can anyone tell me about Fiesta enamel tea kettles? Take care! Well dig in! If you see small letter markings on the bottom here is a helpful guide to understanding what they mean! Hello. Any info appreciated thanks. I am new to this site. Vintage Items. Imprinted Fiesta markings are both difficult to read and have many, many variations. Hi. I recently purchased a turquoise bud vase, and then a pair of turquoise S&P shakers. Great question the letters typically indicate year. It does not look like a traditional fiesta ware shape that I have seen but the coloring does. Thank you. Cheers! Homer Laughlin has been steadily introducing, retiring and reintroducing Fiesta colors throughout the decades so being able to spot the colors is an easy way to tell if youre looking at a new piece of Fiesta or a discontinued Fiestaware piece. When trying to tell the differences between old and new Fiesta, many collectors will become familiar with all the various colors. The remaining colors stayed around until 1969 when Fiesta Ironstone was developed and distributed. I cant be sure but i think the color is Tangerine. Could you please send pictures of the markings and bottom of the pieces to editor@causeafrockus.com? Never Fiestaware also includes a periwinkle and denim blue tone. Most of our hollow pieces (mugs, bowls, pitchers, vases, etc.) Yes these pieces should be marked and congrats on a great collection! You may or may not find rings around the wording. There isn't a simple statement that can summarize all the markings (there are about a dozen distinct marks) but there are a few general rules which can be helpful. Its construction imparts resistance to chipping, staining, fading, and odor. Hi, I have a small light green bud vase. Best of luck! I am looking to buy a pair of medium green fiesta salt & pepper on ebay. Hi Becky I just bought a large collection of fiesta some Harlequin and some Riviera. Im in possession of a large green platter that I believe was my grandmothers. Hi Lisa, Turquoise (originally made from 1937-1969) went into reproduction in 1988 so this piece is likely made between 1988 and 1992. Set your table with beauty, style, Reddish/orange, light yellow, pale pink, and mint green. Hi Pat, I sent a message yesterday but it seems to have disappeared! Pieces you will find the H on are bud vases, bulb candle-holders,figure 8 trays,individual creamer, individual sugar bowls,large disk pitchers, medium vases,pyramid / tripod candle-holders, round salt pepper shakers, sauce-boats, small / juice pitchers. If you could send pictures to editor@causeafrockus.com well look into it for you! The words Lead Free appeared after January 1992. Thanks for reaching out if you could send some pictures to editor@causeafrockus.com well dig in! This isnt a reply but a question. $15.00 shipping. Despite turquoise being included in the umbrella of original colors, it did not debut until a year after the others in 1937. How much is this Fiestaware worth? Enjoy! One of the Post 86 Fiesta backstamps contains a useful three letter date code. I have a very large Homer L set of Hemlock pattered china. What would be great is if you, or the people with questions, could post the pictures here along with any answers. VINTAGE ORIGINAL FIESTA #5 BOWL IVORY MIXING NESTING FIESTAWARE BOTTOM RINGS. H Thank you. Hi Allan, Best of luck! One is chartreuse and the other is a color between medium green and forest green. Can anyone help? This was a recent addition, so not all new Fiestaware will have it. Vintage Fiesta Rose Pink Scroll Handle Sugar Bowl Fiestaware Mcm Original 1950s. Is this normal? Cheers! Las mejores ofertas para 2 HLC FIESTA Oval Platters 13.5" Serving Platter Turquoise & Sunflower Yellow estn en eBay Compara precios y caractersticas de productos nuevos y usados Muchos artculos con envo gratis! How can you tell the difference in the two cobalt colors? If youd like to send some pictures of the markings to editor@causeafrockus.com well dig in! They say it is about 20 years old with a seal that still works. Does older or newer fiesta ware have anything stamped on the bottom? There are dozens of markings on Fiestaware and they are often difficult to read or applied with little uniformity. Subscribe to our newsletter. Hugs From Tucson AZ. Hi. Again, this is indicative of a new Fiestaware piece but its absence is not proof that it is an old piece of Fiesta. Seconds? Just DM me on Insta @voyagetovintage. The bottom markings are small f fiesta HLC USA. Thanks for reaching out if you could please email pictures to editor@causeafrockus.com, well dig in. The trademarks included in this Reference Guide belong to the company / corporation that holds them. In the other lines, the markings do vary. Homer Laughlin has used date codes on commerical products since 1960, but these codes did not appear on Fiesta until 1992. Fiesta Pyramid Candlestick Backstamp (0489) Note the H on the base. Fiesta backstamps are the ink markings that appear on the bottom of the plate. Im curious about the deviled egg trays. I ordered other colors directly from the factory and waiting for their arrival too compare. Thanks for reaching out cobalt is one of the oldest colors, but if the footing is dry, the piece is on the younger side of the vintage spectrum. Say hello to Jade, a rich earthy color that has a jewel-like depth. It has a marking like the H but the mark is a backwards C or a U and an N to the right side of the backstamp. USA WWB Im not sure how modern Fiestaware pieces are marked, but I hope the factory can help you clarify what youve got cheers! So how do you know which color you have? Vintage Fiesta Kitchen Kraft Ball Jar in Original Blue Glaze Circa 1937-1944: Large Size With only 21 items in the Fiesta Kitchen Kraft line the ball jars are among the most desirable. The original Fiesta design and name were filed by Homer Laughlin China Company on March 20, 1937 (Patent No. Also, Fiesta started using the Trademark (TM) and Registration (R) symbols after 1986. 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I know its not one of the original volors, but it has the lower f and all letters connected, Hlo and usa but no H. I thought post 86 has the H. Im confused. Here are a couple features to look for: Imprinted or ink? I dont see them on sugar/creamer sets or 64 oz. Hi Jenny if you could send along pictures to editor@causeafrockus.com well dig in! INDIVIDUAL SUGAR BOWL Lid ONLY pale yellow FIESTA WARE NEW. Only the newest pieces have this type of marking. Hi there, wondering abt the orange color. Im really only interested in the original colors, so I can use some help here. Hope that hopes. But by knowing which elements appeared later, you can be sure to avoid anyone trying to pass off new Fiesta as old! Your email address will not be published. Date codes: Lately, Fiesta has begun stamping their pieces with date codes. Follow these steps to identify your backstamp: This Post 86 Reference Guide is based on the authors independent research using multiple sources. I am having trouble dating my dish due to the bottom being imprinted and all of my other pieces have been stamped. Can you tell me anything about them? Mesquite Management Corp. -- ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, ask a question on our Fiesta / HLC message forum, Homer Laughlin China Collectors Association. Is there a difference? Keep in mind, the absence of the H mark doesn't mean the piece is old. The new stamp capitalizes the "F" in the name. I purchased a turquoise bud vase on ebay. Fiesta, a brightly colored line of dinnerware introduced in 1936, was Homer Laughlin China Company's greatest success. It is designed to withstand heat and this allows you to use this cereal bowl in the microwave oven. Below that it says HLC (possibly HLCo, hard to tell), and USA, both in block letters. Do I need to pop a four-pack of antacids? What an excellent question Ive been looking and cant find an exact date when the dry foot process began. fiestaware backstamps. I havent found much yet about when White was released. Below is totally free fiesta - chat, date, helpful links for virus, older singles in fiesta backstamps that this is a brand new friends. . pitchers, small butter dishes w/lids, nor on the new pasta bowls. I just have started getting into collecting fiestaware and would love help identifying this piece. U.S.A. underneath F. To the side it says G3. Thanks for reaching out could you please send those pics on to editor@causeafrockus.com? It is a blue color (maybe turqoise?) This top mark is from the 1960s. The last ways to decipher old from new are more involved. The wet foot / dry foot represent different techniques so they would apply to all types of pieces. Many people inherit or find colorful dishes, and need to know whether or not it is actual Fiesta. Ill keep looking, but hopefully one of our fellow vintage enthusiasts may be able to add to our comment thread and shed some light on this! The year is noted by two letters and the month is noted by a single letter. Hi! Thanks. Fiesta Colors Timeline White 1986 to present Color Number 0100 or F100 Black 1986 to 12/2014 Color Number 0101 or F101 Rose 1986 to 2005 Color Number 0103 or F103 Apricot 1986 to 1998 Color Number 0104 or F104 Cobalt Blue 1986 to present Color Number 0105 or F105 Yellow 1987 to 2002 Color Number 0106 or F106 Turquoise 1988 to present
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