This year Sheridan's acquired an impressively large collection of vintage Franciscan "Apple" Earthenware (USA); including this 8 piece dinner set for 8! (64 pieces total) Items in the set: 10 3/4in Dinner Plate 9 3/4in Luncheon Plate 8in Salad Plate 6 1/4in Dessert/Bread Plate 8 1/2in Soup Bowl 5in Fruit Bowl Cup & Saucer Each piece is in excellent vintage condition and would make a great addition to any existing set. Most pieces are in "like new" condition. Each of our Franciscan pieces were made in the USA at the Glendale, California factory. They are stamped from the original 1940's stamp up to 1979. Franciscan Apple is a raised-relief hand-painted pattern from Gladding, McBean & Co. The Franciscan "Apple" pattern first appeared in 1940. With its branches, soft green leaves and red harvest apples hand-painted on a creamy ivory-colored porcelain; this pattern is one of the most sought-after by collectors and non-collectors alike. Our charming Franciscan Earthenware is the perfect backdrop for any get together, any time of the year, but especially in Autumn! We also have many additional serving pieces, including: Large Soup Tureen w/Lid Cookie Jar w/Lid Large, Medium and Small Serving Trays Butter Dish w/Lid Salt & Pepper Mill Set Leaf Handled Casserole Dish w/Lid After Dinner Coffee Set (Tall Pot w/ 11 Demitasse Cups & Saucers) Tea Pot w/Lid Pair of Irish Coffee Cups Pair of Jumbo Coffee Cups 2 Grill Plates 7 Egg Cups 9 Sherbet Cups 3-Tier Serving Tray Relish Dish Contact us for pictures and pricing on any of these items. Available for free local pickup in our store; located in the historic town of Tehachapi, CA., a 2-3 hour drive from the greater LA area and the central coast.Tehachapi is known for its mountain climate, interesting antique stores, local history museums and fine wineries.