Us Zone Porcelain Appraisal

Bareuther Bavaria US-Zone Porcelain Plate

This item is the underside of a white porcelain plate, likely part of a dinnerware set. The material is fine white porcelain, and based on the visible parts of the back, it appears to be a well-crafted piece. The primary distinguishing feature is the green manufacturer's mark located centrally on the base. This mark features a crown design above the word "Bareuther" in a script font, followed by "BAVARIA" in a smaller serif font, and then prominently "GERMANY" and "US-ZONE" stacked below it in a larger, sans-serif font. The phrase "US-ZONE" is particularly significant, indicating that this porcelain was manufactured in the American occupation zone of post-World War II Germany, dating its production between 1945 and 1949. The rim on the underside of the plate shows some minor discoloration or possible residue, appearing as faint brown/grey specks, which could be shelf wear, minor grime, or residue from use. The overall condition of the visible portion of the plate appears to be good for its age, without any obvious chips, cracks, or significant repairs. The craftsmanship suggests a standard quality associated with German porcelain manufacturers of that era. Given the context of "145 years old" provided, there seems to be a discrepancy with the "US-ZONE" marking, which clearly places its age around 75-80 years. The '145 years old' information contradicts the visual evidence of the mark.