Preliminary identification
Photo reference
3 uploaded photos
Overview
A classic 6-ounce milk glass custard cup or ramekin featuring a subtle vertical ribbing on the exterior. This piece is a quintessential example of American kitchenware, designed to be both heat-resistant and elegant enough for table service.
Story
Post-war American kitchens were transformed by 'oven-to-table' glass. This cup survived the era of gelatin salads and baked custards, representing a time when durability met domestic style in Ohio's glass factories.
Maker / Origin
Anchor Hocking introduced the Fire-King line in 1942 to compete with Pyrex. Their milk glass became an American icon, found in nearly every mid-century pantry due to its affordability and the famous 'guarantee against breakage from oven heat.'
Condition & Value
The glass appears to have a good luster with no visible 'dishwasher rot' (cloudiness). There are no obvious chips on the rim, which is the most common area for damage. Excellent condition preserves the 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.