Dish, Candy

Object number97.130.2

Manufacturer The J.C. Crosetti Company

Date1940-1960

Mediumglass; metal; candy

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

DescriptionColorless pressed glass in the shape of a small hound dog sitting up, with a threaded neck and metal screw cap. Relief lettering on haunches.Dimensions2.625 x 1 x 1.75 in. (6.7 x 2.5 x 4.4 cm)
InscriptionsOn one side: "SUGAR- / STARCH- / CORN / SYRUP". Other side: "CERTIFIED / COLORS / 1/4 OZ.". On lid: "WEIGHT 1/8 oz. / Ingredients: sugar, / corn syrup, corn starch. / Artificial colors / and flavors. / The J.C. Crosetti Company, Jeanette, Pa."

Label TextThese fanciful containers came stocked with colored candy “shots” inside. The dog was made by The J.C. Crosetti Co., Jeannette, Pa

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