Ben Franklin Stores 16oz Pint Glass
16oz
$19.99
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Raise a glass to the neighborhood variety-store tradition with this Ben Franklin Stores pint glass. The name began with a chain established in 1927 by Butler Brothers, a Boston wholesaler, and became familiar in small towns across the country through independently owned stores. Its history reached from everyday shopping to larger family-center formats, with a peak of 2,500 locations. A fitting piece for collectors and anyone who remembers browsing a local Ben Franklin store.
Ben Franklin Stores grew from Butler Brothers, a Boston mail-order wholesaler founded in 1877 that supplied general and variety-store goods. As variety stores expanded, Butler Brothers established the Ben Franklin chain in 1927, using a franchise model in which independent proprietors owned individual stores. The chain was sold in 1959 and eventually reached a peak of 2,500 stores nationwide. In the early 1970s, Ben Franklin purchased Dallas-based Texas retailer Duke & Ayres, whose five-and-ten-cent stores had operated in the state from about 1910. Some 1970s locations became larger Ben Franklin Family Centers, while others used the B&C Family Center name. After beginning to open company-owned stores in the early 1990s, financial difficulties disrupted supply to franchisees; those stores closed in 1996–1997. Ben Franklin acquired the V&S Variety Store chain in 1995. Promotions Unlimited acquired the Ben Franklin name in 1997 and continued supplying and promoting franchisees. It filed for bankruptcy in 2017, but some independently operated stores continue under the name. The company’s retail history also connects it with the early careers of Sam Walton and Michael J. Dupey, and with the roots of Dollar Tree.
Raise a glass to the neighborhood variety-store tradition with this Ben Franklin Stores pint glass. The name began with a chain established in 1927 by Butler Brothers, a Boston wholesaler, and became familiar in small towns across the country through independently owned stores. Its history reached from everyday shopping to larger family-center formats, with a peak of 2,500 locations. A fitting piece for collectors and anyone who remembers browsing a local Ben Franklin store.
Ben Franklin Stores grew from Butler Brothers, a Boston mail-order wholesaler founded in 1877 that supplied general and variety-store goods. As variety stores expanded, Butler Brothers established the Ben Franklin chain in 1927, using a franchise model in which independent proprietors owned individual stores. The chain was sold in 1959 and eventually reached a peak of 2,500 stores nationwide. In the early 1970s, Ben Franklin purchased Dallas-based Texas retailer Duke & Ayres, whose five-and-ten-cent stores had operated in the state from about 1910. Some 1970s locations became larger Ben Franklin Family Centers, while others used the B&C Family Center name. After beginning to open company-owned stores in the early 1990s, financial difficulties disrupted supply to franchisees; those stores closed in 1996–1997. Ben Franklin acquired the V&S Variety Store chain in 1995. Promotions Unlimited acquired the Ben Franklin name in 1997 and continued supplying and promoting franchisees. It filed for bankruptcy in 2017, but some independently operated stores continue under the name. The company’s retail history also connects it with the early careers of Sam Walton and Michael J. Dupey, and with the roots of Dollar Tree.
A sturdy 16oz pint glass that brings a little roadhouse spirit to everyday pours. The clear tempered glass showcases whatever you fill it with — amber beer, cold brew, or fresh juice — while a bold vintage-inspired script wraps the side for a subtle, nostalgic touch. It feels solid in the hand, resists everyday wear, and pairs easily with bar carts, kitchen counters, or a laid-back backyard table. Wash gently by hand to keep the lettering sharp and the glass crystal-clear. Built from tempered materials and assembled in the USA, this glass fits into evenings spent swapping stories, weekend morning routines, or those slow, quiet moments when a simple drink matters.
Product features
- 16 oz (0.473 L) capacity
- Tempered, durable glass construction
- BPA-free material
- Hand wash only to preserve finish
- Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts
Care instructions
- Hand wash only
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Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Hand wash only