Vintage Gold-Encrusted Glass Plates – Set of 7

Description : Coordinated seven-piece collection of vintage glass luncheon, salad, or dessert plates featuring ornate gold-encrusted decorative borders. The set includes one amber glass plate and six clear or lightly tinted glass plates, with subtle variations in diameter, depth, and gold border patterns that create an attractive collected look. Sold together as a mixed set: one plate measuring 8 ⅛", one measuring 8 ⅜", one measuring 8 ⅜", one measuring 8 ¼", and three matching plates measuring 8". Similar 8-inch gold-encrusted glass luncheon plates are commonly associated with elegant glass tableware of the early-to-mid 20th century, although the exact manufacturer of this collection is not confirmed.

Style
Elegant glass tableware with ornate gold floral and scrollwork borders. The clear and amber glass combination gives the assembled set a collected vintage character.

Technique
Molded glass construction with decorative gold-encrusted or gilded border treatments.

Tools Used
Glass molds, glass-forming equipment, finishing tools, and decorative gilding equipment.

History
Decorative gold-encrusted glass luncheon and salad plates were produced by several American glassmakers during the 20th century. Comparable examples include Tiffin/Franciscan Minton plates from the 1930s–1940s, but no maker attribution is made for this set without identifying marks.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown.

Measurements
7 plates total: 1 at 8 ⅛" Ø x ¾" T; 1 at 8 ⅜" Ø x ¾" T; 1 at 8 ⅜" Ø x ⅞" T; 1 at 8 ¼" Ø x ½" T; and 3 at 8" Ø x ¾" T.

Suggested Weight
Approximately 7–9 lbs. for the complete set.

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension
Approximately 13" W x 13" D x 10" T with each plate individually wrapped and separated by protective padding.

Item Number : P17446

Category : Housewares

Brand : Unknown