Turquoise Copeland China Dessert Plates: Hand-Painted Pink Rose Swags, Gilded Rims 1890

Offered are three turquoise dessert plates manufactured by Copelands China in the late 19th century.
Two of the plates were manufactured then, and the single plate was retailed at Thomas Goode of London.
Decorated with extensive gilding on the rim and the jeweling.
Accented with graceful enameled hand-painted pink roses in swags along the border.
Designs are highlighted on a crisp white ground.
The classic design and timeless quality of these plates create an aristocratic and noble persona worthy of being a lifetime heirloom.
Use them often during the holidays, for weddings, and as a display when not in use.


HISTORY:
From 1847 to 1970, the company was owned by the Copeland family and showed a variation of Copeland often used in conjunction with the Spode name on the back stamp many times.
From the late 1800s to 1963, impressed marks were used to date the pieces.
A letter to indicate the month and two numbers to reflect the year.
These plates have an impressive mark, showing the manufacturing date was 1890.

In 1866, Copeland Spode was appointed a china and glass manufacturer to the Prince of Wales( the future King Edward VII.


MEASUREMENTS:
They measure 9 inches in diameter.

CONDITION:
Excellent condition.
No chips, cracks, or crazing.
No dishwasher or microwave.

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