These are beautiful plates in great condition. They have been lovingly used and cared for but still will look clear and clean with no unsightly use marks on your holiday or everyday table. Yes, I use my China quite often just to enjoy it. Doesn’t it make the dinner taste better?If you inspect these plates under a bright light you may find what I call light rubs from being stack or even an occasional light use mark but when the table is set and your guests ( or self ) are seated I gua...rantee all you will see is the soft ivory accented by the beautiful sprays of Apple Blossoms. Feel free to message me.