The plate has a 1/4" rim of gold aroung the perimeter. The main colors are purple, green and gold. The flowers appear to be violets. There is a signature of Corsi P. On the back, there is "Ginori" with a capital "D" below. There is also the words, "Decor Hand Painted Pure Roman Gold Guaranteed Italy Firenze Ware and a "Crown". All are in green. There is the number 107 in red. I may consider listing it for sale.
The picture of the Colonel is on the front of the recipe book. Recipes include Col. Sanders' Pecan Pie, Butter Thin Pancakes, Chess Pie, Sanders' Special Dressing, "Kentucky Biscuits", Southern Spoon Bread, and more.