Category
China
Medium
It appears to be porcelain china. Translucent and I can see the shadow of my hand when I hold it behind the plate.
Distinguishing marks
PROV SXE ES Germany is on the back of the plate.
Also has what looks like a gold plated heart to the upper right above the logo
Also has what looks like a gold plated heart to the upper right above the logo
Condition
Excellent
Date Period
1902-1905
Size and dimensions of this item
Aprox 9 3/4 inches in diameter
Weight
unknown. no scale to weigh it
Long Description
Cabinet Plate that my great grandfather won at one of the Ohio State Fairs in approximately 1905.
From my own research I think that it is German and was produced by the Erdmann Schlegelmilch company around 1902 or so. No. 54-161 on May 16, 1902.
I have not been able to find the pattern of this plate in any of the RS & ES catalogs or online.
History
My Great Grandfather won the plate at an Ohio State Fair in approximately 1905 or so
Price Paid (If known)
was won at a state fair back in 1905 (approx)
For Sale?
Yes