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​Gorgeous vintage mid-century Lefton China crescent-shaped bone dish in the highly collectible "Purple Violets" chintz pattern. Features an all-over design of delicate violet florals, vibrant green leaves, and a scalloped rim elegantly detailed with gold gilt. ​Originally designed as an individual side plate to hold bones at the dining table, this unique half-moon piece is incredibly versatile today! It makes a stunning ring dish or vanity tray for jewelry, a romantic soap saver for the bathroom, or a lovely decorative trinket dish for a cottagecore, grandmillennial, or traditional "woods and whites" display. ​Brand: Lefton China (Hand-painted, made in Japan) ​Model/Pattern Number: NE 793V ​Era: Late 1940s to 1950s (Features the classic Lefton crown backstamp) ​Measurements: Approx. 6.5" long x 3.5" wide ​Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Paint is vibrant and the gold trim is beautifully intact. No chips, cracks, or crazing.