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Vintage luncheon/salad plate featuring the popular Virginia Rose, also known as Fluffy Rose, floral pattern.
A particularly interesting piece of Milwaukee advertising memorabilia, the reverse is marked:
“Greetings from
Lawann Grocery
3000 No. Teutonia Ave.
Phone Loc. 5815”
Lawann Grocery was located at 3000 N. Teutonia Avenue in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The “Loc. 5815” telephone number reflects the older Locust telephone exchange format, adding to the period character of this promotional advertising piece.
FEATURES:
• Virginia Rose / Fluffy Rose floral pattern
• Pink, white and yellow flowers with green foliage
• Cream/ivory body
• Decorative silver-tone rim
• Scalloped square shape
• Lawann Grocery advertising inscription on reverse
• 3000 N. Teutonia Ave., Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Phone number shown as “Loc. 5815”
• Collectible Milwaukee, Wisconsin advertising and grocery-store memorabilia
CONDITION:
Pre-owned vintage condition with visible age-related crazing throughout and wear/tarnishing to the silver-tone rim. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the condition description.
An unusual crossover collectible for Virginia Rose dinnerware collectors as well as collectors of Milwaukee history, Wisconsin advertising, grocery-store memorabilia, and vintage telephone-exchange items.
The product is a vintage advertising plate featuring the Virginia Rose Fluffy Rose design, showcasing the Lawann Grocery store in Milwaukee, WI. The pink color and grocery store theme make it a unique and collectible piece for those interested in advertising and retail history. Ideal for collectors or those looking to add a nostalgic touch to their home decor or collection.
