# History of Pie Safes
In the 19th century, the Pennsylvania Germans introduced a wooden cupboard with tiny holes used to store baked goods and other kitchen sundries. Pie safes varied in size and shape but were widely used before the invention of ice boxes and refrigerators. Antique pie safes can fetch a high price, while reproductions are less expensive. For those who are crafty, many websites will teach you how to build your own.
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Definition
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The dictionary describes a pie safe as "a cupboard with pierced-tin doors for ventilating pies after baking."
History
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These kitchen cabinets were introduced by Pennsylvania Germans in the 19th century.
Function
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Long before refrigerators and ice boxes, pie safes stored baked goods, flour and other kitchen items.
Appearance
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Pie safes are made of wood and vary in size and shape, but they have drawers or shelves with small air holes.
Cost
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Antique pie safes can sell for thousands of dollars, but there are many places selling reproductions for much less. Some places will demonstrate how to build your own pie safe.
Modern Usage
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While people might no longer use pie safes to store pies, these furniture items can be used as entertainment centers and storage pieces.
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