Large Early 20th Century u.s.q.m.c. White Ironstone Serving Platter 1920

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Elevate your collection of historic American ironstone with this substantial early 20th-century U.S.Q.M.C. (United States Quartermaster Corps) serving platter, a … Read more Elevate your collection of historic American ironstone with this substantial early 20th-century U.S.Q.M.C. (United States Quartermaster Corps) serving platter, a rare and beautifully utilitarian piece of military-issued tableware. Pieces bearing the U.S.Q.M.C. mark were produced for government use—typically officers’ mess halls, military hospitals, and official federal institutions—making surviving examples both collectible and increasingly scarce.

Crafted in durable white ironstone, this oval platter features the classic institutional silhouette: wide rolled rim, softly beveled well, and generous weight meant to withstand heavy daily service. The underside is clearly stamped U.S.Q.M.C., 1922–1924, dating the piece to the interwar period and adding to its historic significance.

Despite age-appropriate wear, subtle marks, and surface patina, the platter remains beautifully clean and fully functional—its imperfections only enhancing the authentic charm of a century-old government-issued ceramic.

Details:
Era: Circa 1920s

Maker: Produced for the United States Quartermaster Corps (likely by one of the major American ironstone suppliers contracted during this period)
Material: White glazed ironstone
Markings: Stamped U.S.Q.M.C. with service code

Styling Ideas:

This platter blends seamlessly into several collectible and design aesthetics:

Farmhouse & Americana: Pair with vintage Mason jars, prairie linens, and stoneware crocks for a layered kitchen display.

Industrial & Military Chic: Style on open shelving beside metal canisters, vintage campaign boxes, or worn leather-bound books.

Minimalist Classic: Its clean white silhouette looks stunning under a stack of linen napkins or filled with citrus on a countertop.

Heritage Table Setting: Use as a carving platter at Thanksgiving or Christmas, or layer with antique flatware for a curated, old-world table.

Its scale also makes it perfect for charcuterie, holiday serving, or as a sculptural countertop display tray.

Dimensions:
17" Wide
11" Deep
2.25" Tall
5.5 lbs See less