Johann Haviland Blue Garland Rim Soup or Fruit/Small Dessert Bowl
Johann Haviland, Bavaria, Germany · Kitchenware > Dinnerware
Era / Decade
1970s - 1980s (Likely a vintage grocery store promotion piece)
Material
Fine China (Porcelain) with platinum silver-tone trim and blue floral transfer decals.
Condition
Very Good to Excellent. The platinum trim appears intact without substantial wear. No visible chips, cracks, or heavy crazing in the photos provided.
Demand Level
Moderate. This pattern was widely distributed (often through grocery store 'piece-a-week' promotions), meaning there are many buyers looking to complete sets.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $5.00 | Mid: $10.00 | High: $15.00 (per bowl, depending on specific size)
Estimated Retail Value
$10.00 - $14.00 (comparable vintage replacement value per piece)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay 'sold' listings show individual small bowls in this pattern selling for $8-$12 plus shipping. Complete sets sell for more, but single pieces are steady movers for buyers who broke one from their grandmother's set.
Description
Lovely vintage Johann Haviland Bavaria Germany bowl in the iconic Blue Garland pattern. Features delicate blue roses and floral sprays on a crisp white ground with a scalloped edge and platinum silver trim. A classic of mid-to-late century formal dining.
Key Features
Highly recognizable pattern; classic Bavarian porcelain; platinum rim adds elegance; high collector compatibility for those replacing broken items in sets.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Blue Garland' pattern is distinctive to Johann Haviland; look for the backstamp on the bottom involving a crown and 'Bavaria Germany'.
Flaws to Note
Possible minor utensil marks (faint scratches on the white surface) and potential slight wear to the platinum rim if heavily washed in dishwashers.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for single replacement pieces), Etsy (if vintage), or Replacements.com (for direct buy-back, though they pay wholesale).
Selling Tips
Measure the diameter exactly to distinguish between the fruit bowl (approx 5") and the rim soup bowl (approx 7.5"). Use keywords: 'Blue Garland', 'Bavaria', 'Platinum Trim', and 'Replacement'. Triple-wrap in bubble wrap for shipping.