Antiques Q&A, Part II

Because the earthenware was easily damaged, however, your platter is uncommon for its undamaged condition. The light scratches on the surface are from cutlery and/or careless storage. The pits or raised marks you mention elsewhere in your letter, are likely to be "bubbles" caused by frost when crockery was stored on the cold stone floors of sculleries.

I don't estimate values; however I believe collectors would be pleased to find such a large and pristine platter, with good age, to complete a set. You might be able to realize a modest profit if you were to sell your platter.

It was a smart purchase in Texas!

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