Overview
A comprehensive service of high-quality silverplate flatware featuring the iconic 'Morning Star' pierced floral pattern.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Oneida Community Plate Flatware Set, 'Morning Star' Pattern, c.1948
Photo reference
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Story
In 1948, as the world transitioned from the austerity of wartime to the prosperity of the post-war boom, Oneida released the 'Morning Star' pattern to symbolize a new dawn in American domestic life.
Maker / Origin
Oneida began as a 19th-century utopian religious community in upstate New York that practiced 'complex marriage' and communal living before pivoting to industry.
Condition & Value
The set appears to be in excellent vintage condition with a very desirable patina and minimal 'plate loss' (where the base metal shows through). Value is driven by the completeness of the set, the presence of the original chest, and the rare 'Graduation' commemorative spoon.
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