Category
Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium
China
Distinguishing marks
Orion China. Made in Japan. Has a name but I can't make it out.
Condition
Mint
Date Period
Early 1900's
Size and dimensions of this item
4 1/2" x 4 1/2
Long Description
Small dish with gold trim and a pink flower pattern. Early 1900's or could be older. Handed down three generations (at least). Perfect condition. No chips.
History
From Grandma's attic
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
Re: Small dish
Re: Small dish
Actually no, "Made in Japan" marks can predate World War Two and were used as early as the 1920's. Trading ceased with Japan during the war, most pieces made after the war were marked "Occupied Japan" until 1952 . Orion was still in business after the war, but like most Japanese makers, their output is very modestly priced, little decorative pieces like this sell for under $20.00.
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