"The Hocking Glass Company began in 1905, and a merger with Anchor Cap and Closure Corporation in 1937 helped expand the lineup of products. Anchor Hocking's Fire-King glass was made from 1940 until the mid-1970s. These products were intended for restaurants, schools, and the U.S. military, as the functional pieces were minimalistic yet practical, durable, easy to clean, and could be conveniently stacked to store."
"Cups that resemble jade in a shade known as "Jade-ite" or "Jadite" have become synonymous with Fire-King products. Generally, Fire-King has been known to be a thrifty purchase, as the affordable pieces last and can be easily found. When shopping on eBay or Etsy for these vintage pieces, know that there are fakes and reproductions being sold. Familiarizing yourself with the shapes, colors, and patterns of the original mugs can help you spot dupes."
"When looking at a possible find, don't be afraid to ask questions. Some of the mugs, like ones given away with purchases of McDonald's breakfast orders, can be found cheaply, while others can run close to $50 per piece. Should you happen to come across these pieces in a vintage store, run your fingernail alongside the mug to detect any scratches or dings on the surface. Finding cracks isn't as easy as searching for them on a typical clear glass, but chipped pieces tend to decrease in value."
Anchor Hocking began in 1905 and merged with Anchor Cap and Closure Corporation in 1937, producing Fire‑King glass from 1940 until the mid‑1970s. Fire‑King pieces were made for restaurants, schools, and the U.S. military, designed to be minimalistic, practical, durable, easy to clean, and stackable. The glass cookware resists temperature swings, allowing frozen pieces to be placed into warm ovens without cracking. Jade‑ite cups became synonymous with Fire‑King and attracted collectors for their designs. Fire‑King is generally affordable and available, but fakes and reproductions circulate; familiarity with original shapes, colors, and patterns helps spot dupes. Prices range from giveaway finds to about $50 per piece; chips decrease value.
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