1950s New Orleans (N.O.LA.) Naval Air Base Souvenir No-Nik Water Glass— FREESHIP For Sale
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1950s New Orleans (N.O.LA.) Naval Air Base Souvenir No-Nik Water Glass— FREESHIP: $22.50
New Orleans (N.O.LA.) Naval Air Base—1950s Mid-CenturySouvenir Libbey No-Nik Water Glass — FREE 3-3/4", Width: 1-3/4"", Capacity: 10 oz. A Little Base History:On December 13, 1957 the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans, was officially moved to a new location south of New Orleans.A Little Glass History:A No-Nik water glass, also known as a nonic glass was patented in 1913 by Hugo Pick. The glass has a ridge near the top that helps prevent spills and makes it easier to hold. The ridge also protects the glass rim from chips and breaks. If the glass tips over there will be "no nick" on the glass.A Little Libbey History:The Libbey “cursive L” within a circle or ring is shown in trademark books as being introduced in 1955.
