Goldcrest Tableware Appraisal

Goldcrest Fine China Plate (Verso)

This item is the verso (bottom) of a ceramic plate, likely made of porcelain or fine china, given its smooth, white glazed surface. The plate has a scalloped or fluted edge, visible along its periphery which suggests a decorative design on the obverse. Its overall form is round. The primary visible markings are red transfer-printed manufacturer's marks or backstamps. One prominent mark, centrally located, appears to read "Goldcrest" in a stylized script, with "FINE CHINA" and "NEW YORK" visible below it, indicating the brand and a likely distribution or design origin. Another smaller, faded red stamp is also visible to the left of the main mark, less clearly discernible but possibly a pattern number or an additional maker's mark. The plate exhibits signs of use and age, including minor surface abrasions and small specks of dirt or possibly manufacturing imperfections, such as a tiny black dot near the rim of the foot ring. There are no major chips, cracks, or repairs immediately evident from this view, suggesting a generally good, used condition. The quality of the glaze appears high, providing a reflective, smooth finish. The precise age is indicated by the 'Goldcrest Fine China New York' mark, which typically dates such items to the mid-20th century, likely from the 1940s to 1960s. The craftsmanship appears to be of good standard, typical of mass-produced yet quality dinnerware from that period.