Castleton China CAPRICE Dinner Plates Set of Four Vintage Mid Century USA

Vintage Castleton "Caprice" set of four dinner plates Measures approx. 10.75 inches in diameterGray and aqua floral pattern on rim and gold vergeHand washMade in USA This discontinued mid-century pattern was manufactured between the years of 1945 and 1972. Castleton Cina was manufactured in New Castle, PA by the Shenango company. Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower commissioned a set of service plates to augment existing White House china and LBJ and Lady Bird had Castleton manufacture a full set of White House china from a Tiffany's design.Castleton China was a popular choice for brides in the 50's and 60's. The classic designs and quality production are testimony to this American company that is no more.