Lenox Rutledge P-303 Dinner Plate 11 Inch Ivory China Raised Enamel Flowers Gold Trim 1939 to 1953

This Lenox Rutledge P-303 dinner plate was manufactured between 1939 and 1953 and features an 11 inch ivory china body, fluted border, colorful raised enamel flowers, and gold trim.

The plate has a glossy ivory surface, bright floral decoration, and no chips or cracks, with light discoloration visible around the underside foot ring.

Lenox introduced the Rutledge pattern in 1939, using raised enamel flowers to create a textured floral design that stands out from ordinary printed china patterns. The colorful bouquets and gold accents make this a lovely choice for someone replacing a piece of their Rutledge dinner service or building a traditional table setting.

Details

• Item: One Lenox Rutledge dinner plate, sold individually
• Item Type: Full size dinner plate
• Era: 1939 to 1953
• Materials: Glazed fine china with raised enamel decoration and gold trim
• Color: Warm ivory with green foliage, purple ribbons, blue, yellow, orange, white, and burgundy flowers, and gold accents
• Maker and Mark: RUTLEDGE BY LENOX P-303 MADE IN U S A, with Lenox wreath monogram
• Pattern or Model: Rutledge, P-303
• Style: Traditional formal dinnerware with fluted border and colorful floral decoration
• Dimensions: 11 inches in diameter
• Special Features: Raised enamel floral bouquets, purple ribbon accents, gold inner band, fluted outer border, and marked underside. Eight identical plates available, sold individually. Select the quantity desired

Condition Grade: Very Good

Positives

• Graded Very Good: These plates have glossy ivory finishes, colorful raised decoration, and no chips or cracks. Light discoloration on the undersides is described below.
• The fluted outer rims are intact, with no visible breaks along the scalloped edges.
• The ivory centers have smooth, glossy surfaces without obvious staining or heavy utensil marks.
• The gold bands around the centers remain clearly defined and visible.
• The floral decorations retain their blue, yellow, orange, burgundy, green, and purple coloring.
• The raised enamel details remain visible across the floral bouquets.
• The purple ribbon design continues between the floral groupings around the borders.
• The underside carries a clearly readable Rutledge by Lenox P-303 backstamp.
• All eight plates are the same pattern, size, and design, making it possible to purchase replacement pieces or a larger group for a dinner service.

Issues / Wear

• Light gray and tan discoloration is visible around portions of the underside foot ring.
• A few small dark marks are visible near the underside foot ring, particularly in photo 4.
• Very faint surface lines or marks are visible in the close-up of the ivory border in photo 2.

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If you collect Lenox Rutledge P-303 china, these 11 inch dinner plates with raised enamel flowers can help complete a traditional dinner service or replace missing plates. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.