Historical information

These plates were pressed to commemorate the centenary of the European settlement of Australia. A large number were produced and the were distributed throughout Australia

Significance

These plates are a good example of souvenirs which were produced to commemorate the celebrations of the centenary of European settlement of Australia. The pressed glass was a common method of manufacturing around that period and of which they are an excellent example.

Physical description

001423.1 Large rounded amber glass dish with scalloped edge and seven fine rings below. Text is stippled glass on the back which appears through to the inside of the dish.An early version of Australian Coat of Arms is in the centre with the centenary years inside shields, either side.
001423.2 A smaller version of 001423.1
001423.3 Small clear glass saucer shaped dish with same design as the larger dishes.
001423.4 Small amber coloured shallow dish with small glass handle on each side. Pattern matching the larger plates is embossed on underside of the dish. The surface is scored acroos the centre bottom of the dish.

Inscriptions & markings

Australia's Centenary in stippled glass around the edge of each dish. Advance Australia below the the Coat of Arms. 1788 1888.
R*No 88120 behind one scallop on edge on each plate