Vintage Sears Federalist White Ironstone Dinnerware Set - (Complete Service for 8 and Serving Pieces) Bonus Free Crystal Wine Glasses - 81 Pieces

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This is an exciting and rare find. This very large 81 piece set of Federalist Ironstone dinnerware, in near mint … Read more This is an exciting and rare find. This very large 81 piece set of Federalist Ironstone dinnerware, in near mint condition, was produced by Sears and manufactured in Japan during the 1960's and 70's.
Elevate your table settings and entertain during the holidays with this expansive beautiful dinnerware set in the highly collectible "Federalist White" pattern, originally retailed by Sears Roebuck & Co. starting in 1968. Crafted in Japan from durable, heavy-weight ironstone, this set beautifully captures a timeless aesthetic with its crisp all-white finish, structural vertical panel lines, and soft scalloped rim silhouettes. This robust estate collection provides a baseline service for 8 (with 10 extra dinner plates) alongside an exceptional array of rare, matching hostess and serving essentials. Perfect for holiday entertaining, cottage core styling, or everyday elevated dining. All pieces are stamped "Federalist Ironstone / Made in Japan" on the underside.
Set Includes:
18 10 " Dinner Plates
8 7.5 " Salad Plates
8 6.5 " Soup Bowls
8 5.5 " Fruit Bowls
8 Coffee Cups 3.5 " + 8 Saucers 6" (16 pieces)
3 Mugs
1 gravy dish 6" with 1 matching Saucer 8" (2 pieces)
2 8" diameter covered tureens/casserole dishes with lids (4 pieces)
1 round serving platter 12.5" diameter
1 oblong serving platter 13" L
1 coffee/tea pot 6" H with lid ( 2 pieces)
1 creamer 4"H
1 sugar dish with lid 4"x4" (2 pieces)

The Federalist name was chosen to market a classic, traditional aesthetic. The "Federalist" era in American history spans roughly the late 18th to early 19th centuries, a period marked by a revival of classicism and a desire for simple, clean lines in American architecture and decorative arts. Sears utilized this name for the dinnerware line to evoke feelings of historical nostalgia, patriotism, and traditional home values. Federalist Ironstone is known for its durability, heavy glaze, and elegant detailing. It features scalloped edges and simple embossed lines that mimic the period's architectural molding and was primarily released in solid white. In addition to standard dinner plates, Sears offered expansive matching accessory sets, including teapots, creamers, sugar bowls, gravy bowls and serving platters all of which are offered in this exceptional find. This set was slowly purchased and collected by one person over the years and in the words of her daughter, "I never saw it out of the china hutch."
This service would be spectacular for use at a Thanksgiving feast. Take inspiration for stunning table settings from our ancestors. By the Victorian era, (late 19th century), white ironstone was being used extensively at the table. Sterling silver and crystal were also a norm

In a separate listing, (and for a separate price), this seller, as a compliment to this vintage dinnerware set , offers a 102 piece set of sterling silver flatware and serving pieces by Gorham to adorn your dining table. The sterling silver and white ironstone look beautiful together.
For the buyer who purchases this Federalist Ironstone set within the first 3 months of the listing date, 6 vintage crystal wine glasses are included at no additional charge.(Free). These very high quality crystal wine glasses (pictured) are from the Aurea pattern by Royal Crystal Rock (RCR). As is the case with quality crystal, they are bright, clear and somewhat heavy. Known for their intricate design, they feature a heavily fluted bowl with "ribs and arches" and a multi-faceted stem. Produced in the Tuscany region of Italy they stand around 8 inches tall.

This Federalist White ironstone 81 piece collection is a rare treasure at an exceptional price. For admirers of vintage ironstone and American dinnerware a set of this size and caliber may never be available at this price again. These pieces will not be sold separately for the time being. An analysis of present day selling prices shows that pieces of Federalist Ironstone sell for an average of about $10 per piece with items like the teapot, creamer, platters and covered casseroles selling for well over $25 per item. The incredible price for this 81 piece collection is $365 ($4.50 per piece) + shipping. Take advantage of this find before the holidays.

Shipping ironstone, especially a set of this magnitude, is a tricky business, Because the shipping cost might be prohibitive for some potential buyers, the seller will go to unusual lengths to deliver the package. Heavy pieces of this nature will need to be boxed in several double strength boxes with some pieces requiring a separate box within the larger box. If the buyer can arrange for pick up that is the preferred method of delivery and will result in a 20% discount in the total cost of the set. See less