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Identification

Spode 'Chinese Rose' Transferware Plate

Photo reference

2 uploaded photos

Overview

The item is clearly identified by the manufacturer's mark on the reverse, which reads 'Spode England', includes the pattern name 'Chinese Rose', and the pattern number '2/9253'.

Story

Spode originally introduced the 'Chinese Rose' pattern around 1815, heavily influenced by the Chinoiserie aesthetics popular during that era. The specific printed backstamp on this piece indicates it is a mid-to-late 20th-century production rather than an early 19th-century original, representing the enduring popularity and continuous production of the design. The secondary market for mid-20th-century Spode transferware is stable but heavily dependent on replacement buyers.

Maker / Origin

Spode

Condition & Value

Based on the provided photos, the plate appears to be in good condition with vibrant hand-colored elements and an intact rim. However, a definitive condition check for fine crazing, utensil marks, or hidden hairline cracks is necessary, as these are common in vintage earthenware and would negatively impact its value on the replacement market. The plate appears to be in excellent vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or crazing on the front or back. The glaze remains bright and reflective. Excellent condition like this helps secure the higher end of the value range.

Full Research

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Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.

Market Analysis

The secondary market for mid-20th-century Spode transferware is stable but heavily dependent on replacement buyers. Single plates move consistently through online marketplaces and specialized china replacement services. Demand and pricing are highest for dinner and luncheon plates needed to complete existing sets, while smaller side plates see lower velocity and price points.

Value Drivers

▲ Clear Spode England backstamp with pattern number 2/9253 confirms factory authenticity.

▲ Vibrant, hand-colored floral Chinoiserie motifs maintain strong appeal for replacement buyers.

▲ Absence of obvious chips or major structural damage in the primary photos preserves baseline value.

Concerns

▼ Unconfirmed diameter — if this is a smaller side or bread plate rather than a dinner plate, value shifts to the lower end of the range.

▼ Unverified surface condition — hidden utensil wear, crazing, or hairline cracks would reduce replacement market appeal.

Best Venue

If selling individually, list on a broad online marketplace like eBay or Etsy with clear measurements in the title (e. g., 'Spode Chinese Rose Dinner Plate 10. 5 in'). Ensure the pattern number 2/9253 is clearly visible in the listing. If you possess a larger set, consider bundling them by size (e. g., sets of 4 or 6), as buyers often look to replace multiple pieces at once.

Upside Potential

If the plate is confirmed to be a larger, less common serving piece (such as a 12. 5-inch chop plate) rather than a standard place setting, the value could exceed the high estimate and approach the $35-$45 range.

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Also found — market-range context

Related comps outside the valuation band· 6 comps

Surfaced during research but not used to anchor the valuation — wrong form, species, era, or no published price. Shown so the market range around this item is visible.

  • McArthur Park Antiques
    Copeland Spode Chinese Rose Pattern Imperal Ware China Dinnerware , 40 Piece Set
    40-piece dinnerware set, not a single plate.
    $1,795
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Dinner Set Of Spode 'Chinese Rose', 53 Pieces
    Large 53-piece dinner set, not a single plate.
    $320
  • Anderson & Garland Auctioneers
    Quantity of Copeland Spode 'Chinese Rose' pattern earthenware.
    Quantity/mixed lot of earthenware, not a single plate.
    $220
  • Lay's Auctioneers
    Lot 960 - A Spode 'Chinese Rose' dinner, coffee and tea service
    Full dinner, coffee, and tea service, not a single plate.
    $100
  • Hansons Auctioneers
    Lot 298 Copeland Spode 'Chinese Rose' Part Dinner Service
    Part dinner service, not a single plate.
    $30
  • Etsy
    Spode Chinese Rose Cup and Saucer 2/9253 England Green Trim Floral
    Cup and saucer, different form.
    $25