
I just acquired a large collection of antique blue & white historical plates (mostly Wedgwood and Adams). I will be separately listing all of these plates today – collect the whole set, or fill in your existing collection. This plate is: San Francisco (7 scenes). The souvenir plate shows seven landmarks in the San Francisco area: a Bay view (note no Golden Gate bridge), b Junipero Serra monument, c Japanese Tea Gardens, d Hotel St. Francis, e Cliff House from Sutro Heights, f Lick Monument, and g Mission Delores. Hallmark: printed banner “Ye Olde Historical Pottery”, Staffordshire England. Sometime between 1906 earthquake and WW1, most likely circa 1910. Dimensions: 10″ diameter x 1″ profile depth. Small rim glaze pop which could be manufacturing issue – can feel it when running hand around edge, but not big enough to be considered a flake or chip – but could have been caused by plate hanger. Underside has light crazing without discoloration. Colored transfers are intact, with good color and without scratches or erosion. No chips, flakes, breaks, mends, repairs, cracks, hairlines, blemishes, or mentionable boo-boo’s. No signs of previous repair or restoration. Average unpacked weight: 1 lb. Note some photos appear redundant because I take photos from all po ssible angles. On symmetrical items, these photos may appear redundant when there are no distinguishing differences or condition issues between side views. I try to list EVERY flaw which would be commented on something in an antique or vintage condition – this does not mean all imperfections resulting from normal wear & use require comment. My goal is to have no rude surprises upon receipt.
