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The Homer Laughlin Company, founded in 1873, became one of the largest domestic pottery manufacturers in the United States. Their Fiestaware line, introduced in 1936, revolutionized dinnerware with its vibrant colors and Art Deco design. The original Fiestaware was produced in several distinct colors, each introduced and retired over time, making specific color and period identification crucial for collectors. This particular teacup, with its iconic ring handle and ribbed design, is characteristic of the early Fiestaware production. The yellow color was part of the original 1936 palette and was produced until 1944, and then reintroduced in 1959. The style of the ring handle and the ribbed detailing are key identifiers for the period between 1937 and 1951, distinguishing it from later reproductions or variations.