Vintage 1970's
Beautiful Franciscan Apple Dinner Plates- Set of 4. Featuring the iconic hand-painted red apples and green leaves on a warm ivory background, this beloved pattern has been a favorite of collectors and farmhouse decorators for generations.

Originally introduced in 1940, the Franciscan Apple pattern is known for its raised-relief design, hand-decorated details, and durable earthenware construction. These dinner plates showcase the classic apple motif that made Franciscan one of America's most recognizable dinnerware lines. Backstamps are different...
Made in California" or early hand-decorated marks generally date from the 1940s–1950s.
"Made in USA" pieces were produced through much of the 1940s–1980s.
"Made in England" pieces were produced after the California factory closed in the 1980s.
The Apple pattern itself was ultimately discontinued in 2011.

Details:
• Maker: Franciscan Ware
• Pattern: Apple
• Dinner Plate Size: Approximately 10 ½" diameter
• Material: Earthenware
• Made in USA (backstamp may vary depending on production year)
• Condition is excellent no chips or cracks or signs of use.
Carefully packed and shipped to ensure safe arrival.