Up for auction is this spectacular Meissen German antique floral platter with heavy gold gilt designs and trim. The piece is quite large at about 17 inches long X 12 inches wide. It has multi colored, multi floral hand painted groupings throughout. It is highlighted by the stunning heavy gold gilt on a raised pattern on the exterior of the piece, on the scalloped handles and on the fancy raised designed edges. These patterns an overall Art Nouveau design so popu...lar in the Victorian period that the piece was made! Fully marked on the bottom, in blue, with the Meissen Cross Swords logo. Also impressed "30n" and "147b". These marks, along with the style and attention to detail, date this great piece from the early to mid 19th century, 1825-1875 or so. In remarkably excellent condition with no chips, cracks or crazing. Colors are clear and bright. Very, very minor scratch marks (these are extremely minor and only mentioned for complete accuracy!!). A great piece in great shape offered with NO RESERVE!! A wonderful addition to any Meissen, German or general porcelain collection!! Shipping cost based on an approximate 24X16X12 inch box at 6-7 pounds, determined by eBay using these dimensions and the buyer’s location. We accept only PAYPAL. 30 day return guarantee. We ship daily Monday throughFriday. All purchases paid for onFriday, Saturday or Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.