Up for sale is a vintage lot of 6 dinner plates by Nikko Japan in the highly sought-after, discontinued "Appleby" pattern, part of their durable Home Plate collection.

Perfect for casual daily dining or country-cottage decor, these pieces feature a warm cream base accented with a vibrant apple motif, rich green leaves, and a soft blue outer border trim.

📌 Seller Note: I have multiple other pieces available in this exact same Nikko Appleby pattern currently listed on my page! Check my other listings to bundle, rebuild your collection, or save on combined shipping.

Detailed Condition Report (Sold AS-IS)

Please review the condition details below and consult the photos carefully before purchasing.

This lot of 6 plates is being offered as a replacement, filler, or craft/mosaic project bundle:

4 Plates: Excellent, completely intact condition showing only very light, if any, normal utensil marks from gentle past use.

1 Plate: Has a chipped area on the rim which I pictured

1 Plate: Has a chip on the underside footer ring which does not show from the top. SEE PICTURES

Key Features:

Vibrant Underglaze Decals: The apple pattern and blue borders are safely sealed under a clear, glossy liquid glaze to prevent fading or rubbing away over time.

Embossed Rimmed Design: Features a raised edge profile designed to neatly contain dressings, sauces, and juices.

Stackable Profile: Uniformly engineered shapes allow all five plates to nest perfectly together to save cabinet space.

Discontinued Rarity: Manufactured during a limited run in the mid-1990s, making these specific pieces hard to find for set completion.

Production Style & Technical SpecsBrand: Nikko Fine Tableware (Japan)Pattern / Collection: Appleby / Home PlateMaterial: High-Grade Heavyweight Ironstone (Ceramic)

Production Technique: Underglaze Transferware with High-Fire Vitrification. This process provides long-term body durability, though decades of normal thermal shifts can cause natural hairline glaze crazing over time. NO CRAZING NOTED ON THESE DINNER PLATES

Dimensions: 10-7/8" DiameterCare: Dishwasher and Microwave safe.

Shipping & Packaging Details: We specialize in shipping fragile ceramics securely. Every individual plate is wrapped safely to prevent any friction or clinking during transit. The bundle is then tightly secured inside a heavy-duty cardboard shipping box with loose-fill padding to guarantee safe arrival.

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The Lot of 6 Home Plate by Nikko Japan APPLEBY Dinner Plates are vintage plates featuring a charming fruit and floral design on a white base. Made in Japan in the late 20th century, these durable ironstone plates have a glossy finish and are stackable, making them ideal for all occasions. With a round shape and a diameter of approximately 10-7/8 inches, these plates are machine washable and microwave and dishwasher safe. The beautiful product line and underglaze transferware production technique add to the decorative appeal of this set of five as-is plates with the Home Plate brand.