Vintage 1951 Homer Laughlin US Navy Anchor Plate Glaze Error
Vintage 1951 Homer Laughlin US Navy Anchor Plate Glaze Error
Vintage 1951 Homer Laughlin US Navy Anchor Plate Glaze Error
A fascinating find for military collectors and vintage china enthusiasts, this Vintage Dec 1951 Homer Laughlin US Navy Side Plate offers a unique glimpse into mid-century manufacturing. Produced during the Korean War era, this heavy-duty vitrified military mess plate features the classic fouled anchor insignia stamped in a striking deep navy blue, but stands out due to a distinct, rare factory glaze error that occurred during production.
The reverse side features the authentic Homer Laughlin backstamp code "U-M", accurately dating this piece to December 1951. Built to the rigid standards of the United States Navy, this commercial-grade ironstone piece holds historical value both as a piece of militaria and as a unique production anomaly.
Product Features & Specifications:
- Brand: Homer Laughlin China Company (HLC USA)
- Date Code: U-M (December 1951 — Korean War Era)
- Affiliation: United States Navy (USN / US Navy)
- Design: Classic Fouled Anchor insignia with an organic factory glaze error/flaw
- Item Type: Bread & Butter / Side Plate
- Material: Heavyweight, vitrified military-grade commercial china
- Condition: Great vintage condition with no post-factory chips or cracks. Features an authentic manufacturing glaze defect that makes it a singular collector's piece.
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