Castleton China Dorset Salad Dessert Plate Blue Floral Urn US Made Vintage

Castleton China Dorset Salad Dessert Plate Blue Floral Urn US Made Vintage Vintage Castleton China "Dorset" Salad Desert Plate 8 3/8 inches in diameter Hand wash Dorset pattern features a blue urn and flowers on a cream background with gold detailing and blue and gold inner and outer rings This discontinued mid-century pattern was manufactured between the years of 1948 and 1967. 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. No chips, cracks, crazing or utensil marks. Gold is in good shape with tiny a nick here and there if you look closely. Excellent estate condition with just slight surface scratching consistent with age and gentle use