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Vintage/Antique Hobnail Milk Glass
This milk glass vase used to belong to my grandmother. She owned many fine antique and vintage pieces from the 1950s and earlier. The exact date of manufacture is unknown. We have so very little from my grandmother so this piece is very special to me. How do you think it tested via XRF? Reading…
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Are Your Cups and Dishes Made with Lead?
This post is about lead in ceramic dishes and cups. It is also an overview of FDA leach test standards, which limit lead leaching from ceramic ware, and how awareness of lead poisoning has changed over time. Dishes can be very high in lead. Many households still use traditional glazed ceramic ware. We are prone…
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Anchor Hocking Vintage Carnival Glass
Here is an iridescent glass chip and dip serving bowl. The pattern is called Lido Soreno Aurora. It was made by Anchor Hocking in 1968 and the pattern was manufactured for only one season. It is considered rare but not particularly valuable, with pieces ranging from $35 to $100 on third-party marketplaces. Carnival glass is…
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Bamboo Cooking and Serving Spoon
This spoon was purchased after 2019. It is an unbranded product and it was bought from a discount store. How do you think our serving spoon tested via XRF? Reading on the Wood: Element of Interest Parts per million (ppm) Error Range None Detected Other Elements Nickel (Ni)* 6 +/- 3 Zinc (Zn) 13 +/-…
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Target Made by Design Serving Spoon
This spoon was purchased from Target after 2021. It is made from one solid piece of stainless steel. The metal is thick and feels very durable. The Made by Design logo is etched and not painted. The brand offers several cooking and serving options and they are all affordable, considering the quality. How do you…
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IKEA KONCIS Roasting Pan
This product is a 430 stainless steel roasting pan. It is very affordable at around $20 at the time of this writing and the metal is thick walled and durable. The large size is 13” x 16” and big enough for a turkey. The logo is etched. There are swiveling handles attached via stainless plates.…
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RePlay Plastic Cup with Silicone Spout
This product was purchased in 2022. These cups are a three-piece set that includes a plastic lid with spout, the cup, and a silicone valve which fits on the underside of the lid. Silicone can test positive for very trace cadmium via XRF. These cups are very convenient for kids, resistant to shattering, and difficult…
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Munchkin Plastic Toddler Cup with Silicone Cap
This product was purchased new after 2020. These cups are a three-piece set that includes a plastic lid, plastic cup, and a silicone cap that snaps into place. Silicone may test positive for very trace cadmium via XRF. These cups are very convenient for kids, resistant to shattering, and difficult to spill. How do you…
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IKEA FÖRDUBBLA Stainless Steel Knife
These knives were purchased from IKEA in 2020. They are made of 410 low nickel stainless steel and have a firm plastic handle. The logo is etched. They have held up well over two years of use but the blades do eventually become dull. How do you think our knife tested via XRF? Reading on…
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Cloud Island Kid’s Plastic Plate
This plastic plate was purchased from Target around 2021. It has handy dividers and a molded logo. We sometimes use these plates for dry snacks but avoid using plastic for hot food. How do you think it tested via XRF? Reading on the Base: Element of Interest Parts per million (ppm) Error Range None Detected…