LAUREL by Castleton USA Cream Soup & Underplate Wreath w/Gold Beaded Edge 1950s

Vintage Castleton Laurel two handled cream soup bowl with underplate. Discontinued pattern. Bowl measures approx. 4.75 inches in diameter Saucer measures approx 6.75 inches in diameter Ivory colored porcelain Beaded scalloped edge, inner gold laurel band Gold handles Crafted in USA Hand Wash This discontinued mid-century pattern was manufactured between the years of 1950 and 1972. Castleton Cina was manufactured in New Castle, PA by the Shenango company. Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower commissioned a set of service plates to augment existing White House china and LBJ and Lady Bird had Castleton manufacture a full set of White House china from a Tiffany's design.Castleton China was a popular choice for brides in the 50's and 60's. The classic designs and quality production are testimony to this American company that is no more.