A set of twelve Coalport green-bordered plates circa 1910

ENGLAND COALPORT crown marks printed in green, pattern number Z1002 painted in red, impressed numeral 4015.

There are varying degrees of rubbing to the gilding, mostly in the cavetto area or the rim edges, consistent with use; and some very minor and occasional wear to the green enamels. One with three small footrim chips; another with 4 tiny footrim chips; one with one small chip to the footrim and one with 2 1/2 inch area at the footrim with chipping. Otherwise in good condition.
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