Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe Plate
Royal China Co. · Kitchenware > Bakeware
Era / Decade
1970s (mid-to-late 1970s based on typography and farmhouse aesthetic)
Material
Ironstone/Ceramic with underglaze transfer print
Condition
Very Good. The transfer print is crisp with minimal fading. There is minor shelf wear on the fluted edges and slight crazing common for ceramic of this age.
Demand Level
Moderate. Steady interest from vintage kitchen collectors and 'grandmillennial' decorators.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$15.00 - $28.00
Estimated Retail Value
$5.00 - $8.00 (original 1970s price)
Comparable Sales
Recent sold listings for Royal China recipe plates range from $12 plus shipping for common recipes to $30 for pristine examples of the lemon or pumpkin variants.
Description
Vintage 10-inch fluted edge pie plate featuring a complete Lemon Meringue Pie recipe in the center. Decorated with yellow lemons and black wood-grain style hatched trim around the rim. Classic 70s Americana farmhouse kitchen decor.
Key Features
Functional decor; provides a full recipe; highly collectible 'Recipe Plate' series; nostalgic cottagecore aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
Typical 'Royal China' backstamp (though not visible in photo, it is standard for this design). High confidence in authenticity based on the specific 'slashed' border pattern.
Flaws to Note
Minor utensil marks in the center; potential faint crazing in the glaze; small flea bites on the bottom unglazed ring.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (for vintage lovers), eBay (collector base), or Facebook Marketplace (local kitchen decor buyers).
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Cottagecore', 'Farmhouse', and 'Retro Recipe'. Photograph the backstamp clearly. Ship with heavy bubble wrap as these are prone to cracking in transit.