These charming dishes remind us of Mom and they are still collectible today!
Most of us grew up seeing these dishes somewhere in the houses of our relatives or our own homes. There are hundreds of different colors, patterns, and sizes of the iconic hen on nest dish. For collectors there is something that draws them to this fun and classic glassware.
The History
Going all the way back to the 18th century, hen on nest dishes were imported to the U.S. from England at great expense- a trinket that only the wealthy could afford. As they grew in popularity, knock-offs popped up during the 19th century, even more so once mass production of pressed glass increased how many colors and models a company could make.
Almost Infinite Variety
In the 20th century, the number of manufacturers selling their hen on nest dishes in the U.S. was staggering. Well-known companies like Anchor-Hocking,Westmoreland, Fenton, and Boyd all made their own versions of this kitschy classic, though the list of manufactures is extremely long. Collectors can refer to them as HON, roosters on nest, chicken on nest or any number of variations on the name.
