{"product_id":"vintage-1955-homer-laughlin-us-navy-wardroom-oval-serving-dish","title":"Vintage 1955 Homer Laughlin US Navy Wardroom Oval Serving Dish","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a magnificent piece of mid-century military history to your table or showcase with this \u003cstrong\u003eVintage 1955 Homer Laughlin US Navy Wardroom Oval Serving Dish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Crafted during the Cold War era by the historic Homer Laughlin China Co. in the USA, this industrial-strength vitrified platter was custom-ordered for the exclusive use of officers dining in the ship’s wardroom mess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis heavy-duty ironstone serving dish features the iconic deep navy blue band accent wrapped cleanly around the rim—a design reserved specifically for the dignity of the USN Officer ranks. Engineered to survive the rolling swells of a naval vessel, its exceptional weight, durability, and classic minimalist aesthetic make it a remarkable centerpiece for collectors of militaria, maritime history enthusiasts, or lovers of premium vintage restaurant ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Homer Laughlin China Company (HLC USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic 1955 Backstamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAffiliation:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Navy (USN \/ US Navy Officers' Mess)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Navy Blue Rim Band Accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval Serving Dish \/ Small Platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight, vitrified military-grade commercial hotel china\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage military surplus condition. Free of chips or cracks; minor age-appropriate surface marks that highlight its genuine operational history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Common Place","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48881816174809,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/0146\/6841\/files\/83B30DEC-18EA-4635-8E6D-C6781744EEF6.jpg?v=1783028185","url":"https:\/\/thecommonplaceshop.com\/products\/vintage-1955-homer-laughlin-us-navy-wardroom-oval-serving-dish","provider":"The Common Place","version":"1.0","type":"link"}