The Fiesta® Hostess Tray was modeled on November 25, 1996. When it was being developed, it was referred to as a divided veggie tray, However, when it was put into production, it was given its proper name of Hostess Tray and item number 0753.
It was introduced in 1997 and was made until 2007. Apricot was discontinued at the same time. Lilac and sapphire were no longer offered, but rare examples of Hostess Trays in both colors exist.
The tray was offered in the following glazes:
- white
- black
- rose
- cobalt
- yellow
- turquoise
- periwinkle
- sea mist
- persimmon
- chartreuse
- pearl gray
- juniper
- cinnabar
- sunflower
- plum
- shamrock
- tangerine
- scarlet
- peacock
- heather
- evergreen
Hostess Trays measure 12 ¼" in diameter and can be found marked with an underglaze backstamp and date code. They are often paired with the 5 ⅝" small bowl, item 0460.
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