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Manufacturer: U.S. Glass Company
Produced by the United States Glass Company circa 1898, this Pennsylvania pattern toothpick holder is known as also known by the earlier name of Balder. It carries the pattern number 15,048 according to the Bredehoft book on page 198 where it is shown.
This is the toy spooner, not the real toothpick shape as can be seen by its measurements. Both are collected as toothpick holders in this pattern. It stands 2 3/8 inches tall and 2 1/4 inches wide. It was decorated by the Oriental Glass concern. It is valued in the 2005 book at $55 with gold decoration. The gold on this example is simply outstanding. One can imagine what a complete table set with this pattern would look like, just stunning.
I am a long time member and past President (1988) of the National Toothpick Holder Collectors Club. I guarantee the authenticity of this TP. For more info on toothpick holders as a great collectible, visit the National Toothpick Holder Collectors Society web page at (www.nthcs.org)
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