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Antiques! => Antique Questions Forum => Topic started by: FancyIdeas on September 06, 2010, 04:54:24 PM
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Once again, I discovered some 'goodies' while going through my Mother's things. I think that this is NOT the forum to inquire about 'Desert Rose' - but if someone could point me in the right direction, I would appreciate it. I have 12-14 odds and ends including a domed lid with vent hole, individual sugar and cream, individual coffee pot and other things. I'm interested in their sale value. Any help would be appreciated. I can send photos - but wasn't sure if 'this was the right place'. Thanks in advance.
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Fancyideas this site will help you find current prices they are on the high side but it will give you and idea. http://www.replacements.com great pieces so far keep looking for that Limoges highly collectable & some pieces bring huge $$$$$$$$. ;D
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I would venture to ask if they are the "old" "original" Desert Rose (which collectors are after) or a newer one?
Desert Rose as introduced in 1941, (still produced today). It has been touted that Desert ose is the most popular American made dinnerware of all times - It has been in continuous production since the inception of the design (Franciscan Pottery is owned by Wedgewood). I have an "original" full my grandmother. I will not get rich with $$$$$$$ but am blessed with a very nice $$$$ set and family history to pass on!
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According to Replacements, Ltd:
Manufacturer Status: Discontinued Actual: 1941 - 1984
Pattern: DESERT ROSE (USA BACKSTAMP) by FRANCISCAN CHINA [FN DERO]
Description: USA BACKSTAMP,PINK ROSES
I don't know what you mean by 'old' - but since these pieces are marked 'USA', and production was discontinued in 1984 in the USA, they can't be too new. I remember my Mother using them when I was a small child - perhaps 60+/- years ago. I don't know when she bought them, but I'm pretty sure it would have been before the 1950's. I'll be glad to send photos if you're interested.