Minton Ancestral Dinner Plate – Fine Bone China, Scalloped Gold Rim, England

Product Overview

Main Title: Vintage Minton "Ancestral" Fine Bone China Dinner Plate, Scalloped & Swirl Fluted Rim with Gold Trim, Made in England

Brand: Minton

Product Type: Dinner Plate

Pattern: Ancestral (Pattern Number: S376)

Shape: Round with a scalloped, swirl-molded fluted rim

Components: 1 Individual Dinner Plate (Price is per plate; choose quantity at checkout)

Specifications & Materials

Dimensions: Approximately 10 5/8" to 10 3/4" in diameter

Material: Fine Bone China

Color: Crisp white base with flowing brown trailing vines, accented by hand-painted raised enamel blossoms in deep rose/cranberry and teal, finished with a 24kt gold gilded rim.

Model/Pattern Number: S376

Era: Mid-Century Modern / Vintage (Produced between 1951 – 1991)

Origin: Made in Staffordshire, England

Condition & Value

Condition: Pristine Vintage Condition. This piece shows no chips, cracks, repairs, or crazing. The white porcelain remains bright, the hand-painted enamel colors are vibrant, and the gold gilded rim is brilliantly intact. Exceptionally clean with virtually no visible utensil marks.

Design & Selling Points

Timeless Elegance: The Ancestral pattern remains one of Minton's most celebrated post-war designs, beautifully marrying organic Chinoiserie-style floral sprays with classic British fluted forms.

Tactile Artistry: Features exquisite hand-applied raised enamel dots on the pink and teal petals, creating a beautiful textural surface that sets it apart from standard flat transferware.

Versatile Collectibility: An exceptional find for completing or expanding a family heirloom service, replacing broken china pieces, or creating a mismatched vintage wedding tablescape.

Care & Compatibility

Care Instructions: Hand wash only to preserve the delicate 24kt gold trim and hand-painted enamel work. Not safe for microwave use due to metal gilding.

Compatibility: Pairs perfectly with traditional English table settings, formal holiday dinnerware setups, or display in an antique china cabinet.

Listing price is for 1 (one) dinner plate.