Vintage Corelle Appraisal

Corelle "English Ivy" Dinner Plate

This is a Corelle dinner plate featuring the popular "English Ivy" pattern. The plate is circular with a subtly scalloped or ribbed edge, which adds a tactile and visual texture to the rim. It is primarily white, made from VitaLene glass, a heat-strengthened glass known for its durability, chip resistance, and lightweight properties. The design consists of delicate green ivy leaves and vines printed around the rim, with varying shades of light green creating a naturalistic, botanical motif. A thin, solid dark green band encircles the very edge of the plate, providing a neat finish to the botanical design. The pattern is applied to the top surface of the plate. Based on the typical manufacturing of Corelle dinnerware, it likely dates from the late 20th century, specifically the 1980s or 1990s, when this pattern was widely produced. The plate appears to be in good used condition, showing some minor signs of wear such as a few faint scuffs or superficial scratches on the white surface, which are common for items of this age and material but do not detract significantly from its overall appearance or functionality. No chips, cracks, or significant damage are visibly apparent. Corelle is known for its practical, everyday dinnerware, and this plate exemplifies its characteristic blend of functional design with a decorative, approachable aesthetic. The craftsmanship is consistent with mass-produced but durable dinnerware, designed for everyday use rather than fine dining.