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By Pamela Wiggins, About.com Guide to Antiques since 1999

Is Older Red Dinnerware Safe for Food Consumption?

Tuesday April 22, 2008
Have you heard that red glazed dinnerware, with Fiesta pieces like the one shown here at the top of the hazard list, is unsafe for food consumption? Does the glaze contain lead or other harmful heavy metals that can leach into food? Some people dismiss these rumors as an urban antiques myth that has been circulating for quite some time while others believe these are valid concerns. To find out where I stand on this issue, take a look at: Is Older Red Dinnerware Safe for Food Consumption? The conclusion might surprise you.

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