Well, these items are about as far from that as possible. They are basically the very definition of cheap 1980's import goods.
But still, I couldn't stop myself from being charmed by them! Over a period of time, I've picked these items up very, very cheaply from thrift stores. I've been surprised by the range of items. I never intended to collect these, but that's how it always starts, isn't it? ;-)
I forget which one of these lead me to researching J.S.N.Y. (The mug, I believe.) Most of these items are not marked in a way that is easily describable. 
I'd bought two different tile trivet sets before I came across one this one that's marked 1984. I was surprised. From the style, would have guessed these as being older.
This is what I've been able to gather about J.S.N.Y. It's a import novelty company (Etna Products Co. of NY), filed in 1975 by Jeffrey Snyder. J.S.N.Y = Jeffrey Snyder New York. Clever, yes?Unfortunately, I have no other information to report beyond this here
And finally, I noticed that the 1 lonely plastic duck measuring cup I have is also a J.S.N.Y item. I believe it is actually a nesting set of 4 measuring cups (mine here is the 1/2 cup). I have no idea if it's actually related to the duck from the tiles, but they sure look like they are at least cousins.This is what I've found so far. Do you have any cute, cool, or otherwise nifty J.S.N.Y items to show off?
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ReplyDeleteI was searching information of J.S.N.Y. and found your page that way.I just managed to get in my hands mechanical watch from mid 70s.In middle of dial is Jeesus Christ holding lamb in his arms.Around dial is names of all evangelists.Back side in middle od lid is cross and also letters J.S.N.Y.Quite different compared to items you have.
I just found some fish measuring cups (for dry ingredients)… very cute, they’re white (a hard plastic) with different coloured fins. 1 cup, 1/2 cup and 1/3 cup. Labeled JSNY. Googled it and found your site. Thanks for the info…
ReplyDeleteA cup with a Santa Claus is coming to town . Skiing with a candy cane behind him.
ReplyDeleteI found a couple of super cute santa ornaments from the late 70s. I'm researching values of some items. Thank you for posting this because I couldn't find much info. Their holiday figures can have a fairly high value considering the size and year made. Mine are from the late 70s early 80s.
ReplyDeleteThere is a Pepsi Bottle Flashlight that has a J.S.N.Y. copyright number 2840 and is made in China.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was 2 or 3 years old my Grandmother gave me my first Monkey Mug (JSNY stamped on the bottom) which I used almost every day as a child growing up. When I was 12 years old I dropped the mug and broke it too many pieces to count or glue back together. Lucky for me my Aunt had an identical Monkey Mug to replace the one I broke. Now, 27 years later, I wanted to get my 4 year old daughter a mug of her very own so I went to EBAY and found that my mug had cousins, a lion, an ostrich, and an elephant. I purchased the entire set and plan on giving my daughter her Lion Mug for Christmas. Funny thing I noticed is that though my “original” mug and the “new” monkey mug are almost identical the tail handle on the new one is much thinner. Just a strange observation I thought I’d share.
ReplyDeleteI was just researching three little JSNY animal mugs for resale and came across this site. I have the monkey, lion and ostrich. They are adorable. Tempted to hold on to them until i have grandkids someday. lol
DeleteI am wondering if the mugs are safe to drink out of? I am concerned about lead in the glazing. Does anyone know the answer?
ReplyDeleteMost likely there is. The only way to know for sure.is to test it wit a lead kit (3m is the most reliable). Ask on Lead Safe Mama website or Facebook page
ReplyDeleteI purchased a set of four animal mugs: lion, monkey, ostrich, and elephant. Mine have a sticker on the bottom that reads, "MADE IN TAIWAN". The ones I see listed for sale are stamped J.S.Y.N. Taiwan. Are mine reproductions, or later productions than the stamped mugs. Any info. would be greatly appreciated. TIA
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog when I did a Google lens search on the insulated pitcher that I have.
ReplyDeleteI have a tin of strawberry themed notes. Says made in Hong Kong. Style no.:4267s
ReplyDeleteI have a Blue Bird Memos n’ Tin made in Hong Kong style #4267B designed “daisy” memos. Does anyone know the time frame for the manufacturing and distribution of this product?
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