Homer Laughlin's Virginia Rose is not a pattern — it's a shape. The embossed scrollwork along the border was decorated with dozens of different decals over its 36-year production run (1932–1968), and this platter carries one of the loveliest: VR-128, later known as Fluffy Rose, with pink, white, and small purple flowers with yellow-orange centers and bright green leaves. Platinum trim rings the platter and accents the handles. The backstamp reads "Homer Laughlin, Virginia Rose, Made in U.S.A, M 46, N B" — dating this piece precisely to 1946.
This platter has lived a full life and it shows: some paint loss on one flower, three chips on the underside of the rim, brown discoloration in spots, and wear consistent with decades of use — all photographed and priced accordingly. None of the condition issues are visible when the platter is in use on a table. Hand wash only.
A meaningful piece for the Homer Laughlin or Virginia Rose collector, priced to reflect its condition honestly.
Maker: Homer Laughlin China Company, Newell, West Virginia (est. 1871)
Shape: Virginia Rose
Pattern: VR-128 (Fluffy Rose)
Era: 1946 (backstamp dated)
Materials: Ceramic with platinum trim
Dimensions: 11.5" long × 8.75" wide
Care: Hand wash only
Condition: Average vintage. Paint loss on one flower; three chips on underside of rim; brown discoloration and wear consistent with age (all photographed). Condition not visible when in use on table.
