Kansas Centennial Souvenir State Plate 1950s Vintage by Vernon Kilns

$30.00

Vintage Vernon Kilns Kansas souvenir state plate with an added tribute to the Centennial 1854-1954. Cream transferware plate with a central image of the state capitol in Topeka, surrounded by depictions of Kansas landmarks and attractions including:

  • Historical Sign at Lebanon
  • Rock City, Minneapolis
  • Song "Home on the Range" Written in this Cabin
  • Wheat Harvest
  • World's Largest Grain Elevator
  • First Territorial Capitol, 
  • Chalk Rock Formations

The plate has a leaf and sunflower border with "1854 CENTENNIAL 1954" in raised red enamel paint above the capitol, most likely added by the previous owner or an enterprising souvenir seller back in the day. The back is marked "Designed by Vernon Kilns U.S.A." and has a paragraph with historical information about the state.

SIZE 10 3/8"

CONDITION Very good. No nicks, chips, cracks or crazing. Images and text are still crisp and clear.

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