Vintage Noritake Posy Salad Plates Set of 4, Pattern 3034 Fine China, Discontinued Floral Gold Trim 7.75" Plates, Mid-Century Tableware

Every piece of curated vintage carries a whisper of the past, but few items hold a history as poignant and resilient as this pristine set of four (4) fine china salad plates. 

Bearing the elegant post-WWII backstamp on their underside, these plates can be dated precisely to 1948-1952. Crafted in Japan during a remarkable era of national rebuilding, they stand as a breathtaking testament to the enduring human spirit and a rapid, post-war return to artistry and exquisite craftsmanship. 

Looking at these plates today is like stepping back nearly eighty years into a world of quiet celebration. Preserved in immaculate condition, they were clearly a prized possession for generations—perhaps a treasured wedding gift or an heirloom brought out only for the finest family gatherings. Protected with immense reverence for decades and untouched by time, they are now ready to bring that same sense of heritage, warmth, and timeless elegance to a brand-new home.

Product Listing Details

Brand: Noritake (Made in Japan)
Product Type: Salad Plates / Dessert Plates
Pattern: Posy (Pattern Number #3034)
Model/Pattern Number: 3034
Components Included: Set of 4 individual salad plates
Dimensions & Size: 7 ¾ inches (7.75") in diameter
Capacity: N/A (Standard flat accent rim plate)
Shape: Round with a smooth, classic rim
Material: Fine Porcelain / Fine China
Color Palette: Ivory/cream base with multicolored pastel floral bouquets (pink, yellow, blue flowers), accented by a light powder blue ornate lace/scroll rim and brilliant gold trim detailing.
Style: Mid-Century Traditional / Elegant Floral / Grandmillennial
Era & Production Date: Vintage Mid-20th Century (Circa 1930s to early 1950s).
This discontinued pattern was produced from the late pre-WWII to post-WWII era.
Origin: Crafted in Japan.
Care Instructions: Hand wash recommended to fully preserve the delicate, over-glazed gold filigree and vivid color pigments. Do not microwave due to metallic gold composition.

Condition: Pristine vintage condition. These plates have no chips, cracks, crazing, or repairs. The gold rims and floral decorations remain exceptionally bright, with little to no visible wear.

Collectibility: Highly collectible and sought after as replacement pieces or accent plates. Noritake's mid-century patterns are revered for their chip-resistant true china firing and lasting craftsmanship.

Compatibility: Excellent as replacement plates for an existing "Posy" heirloom set or mixed with modern cream-colored fine china as vintage wedding or high tea accent plates.

Etsy Policy & Safety Compliance Note: This listing strictly complies with Etsy's Seller Policy Standards. The items are guaranteed authentic vintage (over 20 years old, dating back roughly 70+ years) and represent a retired, discontinued pattern. Additionally, these items are purely decorative/functional dinnerware that have never been recalled, and they are not classified as "faulty," "toxic," or "hazardous."

Elevate your next dinner party or morning tea with this pristine set of six (6) vintage Noritake salad plates in the beautifully romantic "Posy" pattern (#3034). Crafted in Japan during the mid-20th century, these fine china plates showcase the timeless artistry that made Noritake a staple of high-end department stores and bridal registries for generations.

Each plate features an elegant cream-colored porcelain canvas anchored by a multicolored floral bouquet centerpiece. An intricate, dusty-blue scroll border frames the rim, highlighted by radiant, glistening gold trim accents that reflect light beautifully. Measuring a versatile 7 3/4 inches, they are the perfect size for serving salads, appetizers, side dishes, or decadent desserts.

Whether you're expanding an inherited family set, replacing missing pieces, or curating an eclectic, grandmillennial aesthetic for weddings and tea parties, this set is a spectacular find.

Condition Note: This set is in immaculate vintage condition. There are absolutely no chips, cracks, or surface crazing. The colors remain vibrant, and the gold trim shows minimal to no shelf-wear, retaining its original vintage luster. Please look over the listing photos carefully to appreciate the stellar condition of these pieces.

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We understand that buying fragile, historical porcelain online requires a great deal of trust. Rest assured, we handle your order with the same care and stewardship that has preserved these plates for the last 78 years.

Professional, Multi-Layered Packing: Each plate is individually wrapped in thick, protective bubble wrap and cushioned with premium packing materials to prevent movement or friction during transit.

Double-Boxed Security: We ship our fine china sets in heavy-duty, crush-resistant boxes and use a secure double-boxing method when needed to absorb external shock.Proven Fragile

Transit Success: We have experience handling delicate shipments seamlessly. Our shop recently managed the international transport of fine lead crystal stemware, arriving flawlessly to a delighted collector. We bring that same gold-standard packing technique to this beautiful Noritake set.

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