Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A vibrant aqua blue pressed glass deviled egg platter featuring a hobnail/beaded textured center and twelve scalloped egg wells with ribbed borders and beaded bases. This specialized serving dish embodies the mid-century entertaining boom with its distinctive, bubbly 'Boopie' aesthetic.
Story
Post-war American hostesses transformed the humble hard-boiled egg into an art form, demanding purpose-molded dishes like this striking aqua plate to dazzle guests at summer luncheons.
Maker / Origin
Anchor Hocking originated in Lancaster, Ohio, emerging as a titan of American pressed and depression-era glassware. They democratized decorative table service by producing affordable, durable, and gorgeously colored glassware that brightened everyday kitchens across the country.
Condition & Value
Glass shows good clarity and vibrant color with typical minor factory mold seams/rough spots at the scalloped edges; no major visible structural cracks. Clean, well-preserved condition supports standard collector value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.