iridescent ivory & gold minsk china

Beautifully unique vintage china from Minsk FFZ (Soviet Belarus) circa 1960s or 1970s.Creamy white plates are decorated with an iridescent lusterware rim and finished with gold floral ornamentation and gold edge/center rings. A textured edge completes the design.In excellent vintage condition with only very light fading to gold in a few places. No discernible chips, cracks, or crazing. Some light utensil marks present, consistent with age and use.A few pieces, particularly the oval serving plate, have original glaze flaws that appear as tiny dark, slightly raised specks in the finish. See photo of oval plate for example.Dinner Plates: 9.5"WLuncheon/Salad Plates: 8"WDessert/Bread Plates: 7"WSoup/Pasta Bowls: 9.5"W x 1.75"HOval Serving Plate: 10.75"L x 5.5"W*Not for use in microwave*