{"product_id":"fostoria-american-coin-glassware","title":"Fostoria American Coin Glassware","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis vintage Fostoria Coin Glass Pedestal Compote Bowl is a beautiful and elegant piece of American-made glassware from the mid-20th century. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe round bowl features a decorative coin pattern and a glossy finish, making it suitable for all occasions and adding a touch of Mid-Century Modern style to any table setting. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis original production piece by Fostoria is a classic addition to any collection of decorative cookware, dinnerware, and serve ware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Fostoria Glass Co. was a manufacturer of pressed, blown and hand molded glassware and tableware.  It began operations in Fostoria, Ohio, on December 15,1887 on land donated by the townspeople.  The company was formed by men from West Virginia who were experienced in the glassmaking business.  Lucian Martin and William Brady started their company in NW Ohio to take advantage of newly discovered natural gas that was an ideal fuel for glassmaking.  Numerous other businesses were also started in the area and collectively they depleted the natural gas supply.  Fuel shortages caused the company to move to Moundsville, West Virginia in1891.  At its peak in 1950 the company employed 1,000 people.  The plant closed permanently on February 28, 1986.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ugly Cup Co.","offers":[{"title":"Ruby Red","offer_id":52927052644633,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Amber","offer_id":52927052677401,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/9519\/3369\/files\/RubyOval.1.jpg?v=1789443773","url":"https:\/\/uglycupco.com\/products\/fostoria-american-coin-glassware","provider":"Ugly Cup Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}