Tabletops Unlimited Bora Bora Christmas, Set of 4 Vintage, Plates 8.5" Hand Painted Tropical Holiday Palm Tree Ceramic Dinnerware

Bring a festive, island-inspired touch to your holiday table with this rare set of four Tabletops Unlimited "Bora Bora Christmas" salad and dessert plates. Each plate features vibrant, hand-painted artwork depicting a tropical palm tree decked out in colorful Christmas ornaments, surrounded by wrapped holiday presents and subtle scripted lettering against a warm, golden-tan brushed background. Finished with a rustic, bamboo-style brown rim with white accent notches, these discontinued plates are ideal for coastal holiday entertaining, "Christmas in July" gatherings, or collectors of unique seasonal dinnerware.

Item Specifications & Details

• Brand: Tabletops Unlimited (Tabletops Lifestyles)
• Product Type: Salad / Dessert / Luncheon Plates
• Pattern: Bora Bora Christmas
• Pattern Code / Model Reference: TAUBOBC (Replacements, Ltd. reference)
• Components Included: Set of 4 matching salad plates
• Dimensions & Size: 8 1/2" (8.5 inches) in diameter (note: manufacturer listings occasionally round this mold size to 8 5/8" or 8 3/4")
• Capacity: N/A (Flatware / Plate)
• Shape: Round
• Material: Hand-painted glazed earthenware/ceramic
• Color Palette: Warm golden-tan, deep brown, palm green, crimson red, cobalt blue, yellow, purple, and white
• Era & Production Date: Early-to-mid 2000s (circa 2005–2012)
• Origin: Designed in the USA; handcrafted and hand-painted in China
• Compatibility: Coordinates seamlessly with the standard Tabletops Unlimited Bora Bora everyday tropical dinnerware collection

Condition & Care
• Condition: Pristine pre-owned vintage/discontinued condition. The glaze is bright and glossy with no chips, cracks, repairs, stains, crazing, or utensil marks. Because each plate is individually hand-painted, slight artistic variations in brushwork and ornament placement are natural and confirm its handcrafted charm.
• Care Instructions: Hand washing with mild soap is recommended to preserve the vibrant hand-painted artwork and glossy rim finish for years to come. Avoid abrasive scrubbers.

Style, Selling Points & Collectibility
• Style: Tropical Holiday, Coastal Christmas, Resort Chic, Island Eclectic, Retro 2000s
• Key Selling Points: Eye-catching conversation starters that blend warm-weather island vibes with classic Christmas cheer. Heavyweight, sturdy ceramic construction.
• Collectibility: Bora Bora Christmas is a highly sought-after, retired seasonal spin-off of Tabletop Unlimited's popular Bora Bora line. Complete sets of four in pristine, unused-looking condition are increasingly scarce on the secondary market.

Etsy Policy & Safety Compliance
• Etsy Marketplace Eligibility: This item strictly complies with Etsy’s Vintage and Handmade/Discontinued Seller Policies, as it is a retired, discontinued collectible pattern from the 2000s that is no longer in production.
• Product Safety Status: These plates have not been subject to any manufacturer or CPSC safety recalls and are not considered faulty or dangerous. They are intact, clean, and ready for display or holiday dining.