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Vintage Fiesta Pottery Utility Trays in Original Six Fiesta Colors | Circa 1936-1946

The vintage Fiesta utility tray is a fun piece with a variety of possible uses– under a sugar and creamer set, as an appetizer tray (earning it the nickname "celery tray"). One of the first editions to the Fiesta line, the utility tray was introduced in mid 1936 and was made for ten years, making it one of the few original Fiesta pieces made in the first six colors only. There are two versions, and collectors will appreciate being able to acquire nice examples of the early versions that were made for just two years (dating them to 1936-1938). The early version will have straight edges, usually a dry white foot and will not have the glaze stamp "GENUINE fiesta HLCo USA" on the bottom. Initially made on a ram press, but found to warp, the Fiesta utility tray was modified to be slip cast in 1938, the trademark glaze stamp was added to the bottom, they would be fully dipped and the casting would cause much more angled edges. The two variations do not stack well together, so bear that in mind while collecting. Whatever color or variation, the vintage Fiesta Utility tray is a delight to mix-n-match at the table with whatever your imagination can inspire.

Early Versions (1936-1938)
	Vintage Fiesta Utility "Celery" Tray  in Original Red Glaze » Circa 1936-1938: Early Version— Here's a nice vintage piece of Vintage Fiesta pottery that is harder to find in good condition than one would think.This example in red boasts the early variation produced on the ram press and showing the dry foot. Nice and straight without bowing or warping, as is often found on these early versions due to the process of the ram press. Redesigned to be slip cast about two years into production helps date this piece between 1936 and 1938. Excellent condition with good shine left and only the most modest of wear. You will be very happy with this piece. Measures 10 1/2" long. For Sale: $95 See All Original Red Vintage Fiesta Pottery »
	Vintage Fiesta Utility "Celery" Tray  in Original Yellow Glaze » Circa 1936-1938: Early Version— of the utility tray, with the dry foot, made for less than two years. This example in yellow is in fantastic condition with a great, rich glaze. For Sale: $85 See All Original Yellow Vintage Fiesta Pottery  »
	Vintage Fiesta Utility "Celery" Tray  in Original Green Glaze » Circa 1936-1938: Early Version— Here's a highly desirable piece that is harder to find in good condition than one would think.This example in original light green boasts the early variation, made for only two years. For Sale: $95 See All Original Green Vintage Fiesta Pottery »
	Vintage Fiesta Pottery Utility Tray in Original Turquoise For Sale » Circa 1937-1938: Early Version— Advanced collectors will appreciate the difficulty of finding an early version of the Fiesta utility tray in the original turquoise glaze. Turquoise staggered behind, nearly a year, before the glaze entered production, making these early, short lived pieces hard to find in the turquoise glaze. This particular example is also form the Becky Turner collection. Measures 10 1/2" long. For Sale: $125 See All Original Turquoise  »
	Vintage Fiesta Utility "Celery" Tray  in Original Cobalt Glaze » Circa 1936-1938: Early Version— of the utility tray, with the dry foot, made for less than two years. SOLD See All Original Cobalt Vintage Fiesta Pottery »
Slip Cast Versions (1938-1946)
	Vintage Fiesta Utility "Celery" Tray  in Original Red Glaze » Circa 1939-1943: SlipCast Version— Here's a nice vintage piece of Vintage Fiesta pottery that is harder to find in good condition than one would think. This example in red boasts an excellent shine and glaze, without damage or use on the tray. This is the modified version of the tray that was made in a slip cast mold and not a ram press. This example has the more slanted sides and the ful glazed foot. This is still an early version with a quality controllers stamped number, and the fully glazed bottom. Great condition on this Vintage Fiesta utility tray in the original red glaze, with no damage, no chips, no touchups of any kind. Measures 10 1/2" long. For Sale: $85 See All Original Red Vintage Fiesta Pottery »
	Vintage Fiesta Utility "Celery" Tray  in Original Yellow Glaze » Circa 1938-1946: This slip cast version of the vintage Fiesta utility tray in original yellow glaze is in excellent condition, nicely marked on the back "GENUINE fiesta HLCO USA" For Sale: $65 See All Original Yellow Vintage Fiesta Pottery »
	Vintage Fiesta Utility "Celery" Tray  in Original Green Glaze » Circa 1939-1946: This is the revised version of the original ram pressed utility tray. The ram press was known to cause warping in the clay body, so a slip cast version of the Fiesta celery tray was introduced a few years after the start of production... For Sale: $75 See All Original Green Fiesta Pottery »
	Vintage Fiesta Pottery Utility Tray in Original Turquoise For Sale » Circa 1938-1946: Fully glazed and ink-stamped on the bottom "GENUINE fiesta HLCo USA". Often referred to as the celery dish, the utility tray offers great possibilities at your festive party table. For Sale: $65 See All Original Turquoise Vintage Fiesta Pottery »
	Vintage Fiesta Utility "Celery" Tray  in Original Ivory Glaze » Circa 1938-1946: This slip cast version of the vintage Fiesta utility tray in original ivory glaze is in excellent condition, nicely marked on the back "GENUINE fiesta HLCO USA". Enjoy mixing and matching using the vintage Fiesta Utility Tray in a variety of ways. For Sale: $75 See All Original Ivory Vintage Fiesta Pottery »
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