The lidded marmalade was originally designed as the mustard, but Homer Laughlin had the forsight to see that was a very large jar for mustard, so it was repurposed as a jam jar instead. The delightful piece would have had the knob cast and then attached by hand (which is why so many of the knobs tilt). The foot would have been flared out by hand and then the bands of rings would be etched on the foot one by one with a metal blade on the jiggering machine which spun the pieces around. Finally the spoon hole would have been punched in to the lid, also by hand. Lots of hand craftsmanship went into the early production pieces.
Circa 1936-1946: Originally designed to be the mustard jar for the fiestaware line and then going to be called a honey jar, finally the marmalade as we know it was settled on and released during the summer of 1936 and stayed in production for ten years.
For Sale: $395
Circa 1936-1946: Orignally called the "honey jar". Marked in the mold on the bottom. This example has fantastic color with a bold yellow and good even coverage. 4 1/2" tall by 3 3/4" wide.
For Sale: $385
Circa 1967-1969: North of Chicago, in Wilmette, Illinois, J&H International distributed housewares. Partnering with Homer Laughlin they borrowed 11 original shapes from the Vintage Fiesta line, dipped them in brown glaze and marketed them as "Sheffield Amberstone". The keen eyed collector will note that the knob design was changed and the in mold mark removed.
For Sale: $245
Attention turned to the design of the mustard, which after numerous revisions was finalized. The mustard's lid was slip cast in one piece, just like the medium sized C handled teapot, so no tilted lids on the cute little mustards. Measuring 3 1/16" tall x 2 1/2" wide, and unmarked because of it's small size, the mustard another hard to find item that is a must have to add to your collection.
Circa 1936-1942: The red Fiesta mustard was only in production for six years and will prove hard to find, especially in excellent condition. This example has a wonderfully vibrant red glaze and would be a delight to add to your collection.
For Sale: $345
Made for a scant four years, from 1938-1942, the Harlequin marmalade can be considered quite rare today and years may go bye before one surfaces for sale. Found in eight of the original Harlequin colors, any are an absolute joy to find.
Circa 1938-1941: The marmalade jar from the Harlequin pottery line was one of the first five pieces discontinued from production and will prove exceptionally hard to find. All examples are rare.
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