Queen Elizabeth II 1953 Coronation Souvenir Plate

This is a fine bone china commemorative plate produced to celebrate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on June 2, 1953. The plate features a scalloped, fluted rim with a fine gold-gilded edge. The wide border includes raised white embossed floral patterns featuring the Tudor rose, Scottish thistle, Welsh daffodil, and Irish shamrock. Positioned symmetrically around the rim are two circular transfers of the Royal Crown and two large gold 'EIIR' royal cyphers in a stylized font. The central well features a detailed color portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II in profile, surrounded by a garter with the motto 'Honi Soit Qui Mal y Pense,' topped by the Imperial State Crown. The portrait is flanked by the Royal Standard and the Union Jack, with a banner at the base reading 'H.M. QUEEN ELIZABETH II' and a date banner above reading 'CORONATION JUNE 2nd 1953.' The construction is of high-quality white glazed ceramic with multi-colored transfers. The condition appears very good with minimal visible wear to the central transfer, though some slight rubbing on the outer gold gilding is typical for its age. This piece is a classic example of mid-20th-century British royal memorabilia, likely produced by a reputable Staffordshire pottery house.