Item Number: 552-D
Diameter: 9½″
Production Dates: 1932-1985
For a complete dinner service, you will need to include the Fostoria American Dinner Plate. Interestingly enough, the Dinner Plate was not one of the pioneering pieces in the American line. It was not produced until the 1930s; however, it stayed in production for many years thereafter. It was later reproduced by Lancaster Colony when they bought out Fostoria Glass Co. The American Dinner Plates are quite beautiful and have a large center design.
Different Salad Plates were also produced in the American pattern. One particular Salad Plate looks very similar to the Dinner Plate; however, it is slightly smaller in size (8½”). Both Plates have large centers, with a petal-like design. Some people might find it surprising to learn that the Dinner Plates are very substantial – both in weight and durability. Even when Fostoria Glass Company was sold, the quality was still very high for the reproduced Dinner Plates. It is my opinion that one can never have too many of these plates.
Damage can, and does occur. The plates can become scratched and dull from all the abuse of knives, forks … and even dishwashers. The Dinner Plates should be hand washed, and never put in a dishwasher. Luckily, you can still find them fairly easily in today’s world. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase on eBay. The following link shows available Dinner Plates on eBay.
To help prevent damage and to allow for easy identification and storage, I prefer to use plate storage boxes for the Dinner Plates. The ones I use have hardboard sides and are sturdy, stable, and puncture-resistant. You can find more information on the storage boxes that I use in the following paid link. Full Disclosure: I am an Amazon Associate; thus, I earn from qualifying purchases. These are the storage boxes that have worked very well for me –
VENO Dinnerware Boxes (4 Sizes) with Lids.
The American Dinner Plates stack perfectly in the 10 inch box, which were designed for 9.5 inch plates (the exact size of the American Dinner Plates). The best part is that the boxes have a transparent window panel that allows me to see the contents instantly. Also included with the boxes are twelve plate protector sheets. The side handles are reinforced and can hold the hefty weight of the American Dinner Plates. They are extremely easy to move, and when not in use they can collapse and be stored flat.
I love the fact that I don’t have to worry about the safety of my plates anymore, the plates are easy to access, and the attractive boxes keep my pantry very organized! ♥
