{"product_id":"set-of-3-vintage-century-service-vitreous-china-plates-in-empire-green-c-1940s-1950s","title":"Set of 3 Vintage Century Service Vitreous China Plates in Empire Green, c. 1940s–1950s","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"385\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eThis set of three vintage porcelain plates was produced by \u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"487\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCentury Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a well-regarded American manufacturer known for durable yet decorative vitreous china made in \u003cstrong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eAlliance, Ohio\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dating to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"632\"\u003e1940s–1950s\u003c\/strong\u003e, these plates reflect mid-century American tableware at its most practical and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eEach plate features a soft ivory center decorated with a hand-applied pink floral motif, framed by a rich \u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eEmpire Green\u003c\/strong\u003e rim. The contrast between the clean center field and the saturated border is both graphic and restrained, giving the set a quietly modern presence despite its traditional floral subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eThe underside bears the original \u003cstrong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eCentury Service – Vitreous China – Alliance, Ohio – Empire Green\u003c\/strong\u003e maker’s mark, confirming manufacturer, glaze color, and period authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eDesigned for daily use but styled with intention, these plates balance durability with charm—a hallmark of quality mid-century American ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e→ Vitreous china by Century Service\u003cbr data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e→ Ivory ground with Empire Green rim\u003cbr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e→ Central pink floral decoration\u003cbr data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e→ Smooth glazed finish designed for durability\u003cbr data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003e→ Original Century Service maker’s mark on underside\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eEra \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e→ United States\u003cbr data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e→ Alliance, Ohio\u003cbr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e→ Circa 1940s–1950s\u003cbr data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e→ Mid-Century American tableware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eThe set is in very good vintage condition.\u003cbr data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e→ Light surface wear consistent with age and use\u003cbr data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e→ No visible cracks or repairs\u003cbr data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003e→ Glaze remains glossy with minor utensil marks typical of the period\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003eWear present is consistent with mid-century vitreous china and does not detract from display or functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eWhy It Belongs in Your Home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003eThis is a set meant to be used, not hidden away. Perfect for layering into an eclectic table setting, styling on open shelving, or repurposing as decorative trays, these plates bring color and history without fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003eThe Empire Green rim adds depth and richness, making them especially versatile in both traditional and transitional interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003e→ Set of three plates\u003cbr data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003e→ Vitreous china\u003cbr data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003e→ Empire Green rim\u003cbr data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003e→ Floral center motif\u003cbr data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2576\"\u003e→ Vintage, American-made\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viridian Eclection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42815756861545,"sku":null,"price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/0093\/9369\/files\/7BC84334-2D74-4C8C-9E97-C62CA2790BBD_1_201_a.jpg?v=1768301219","url":"https:\/\/viridianeclection.com\/products\/set-of-3-vintage-century-service-vitreous-china-plates-in-empire-green-c-1940s-1950s","provider":"Viridian Eclection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}