Locating Pattern Mark Newer Noritake collections contain the Noritake stamp along with the pattern name etched on the bottom of dinnerware or fine-china decor products. If your item contains a four-digit number instead, this references the pattern number and name used by the company.

How do you date Noritake china?

From 1921 until World War II, Noritake pieces were stamped with Japan or Made in Japan. China manufactured between 1948 and 1953 was stamped with Occupied Japan or Made in Occupied Japan underneath the backstamp.

Is Noritake real gold?

Yes, its true! Your Noritake antiques were hand painted with intricate designs by skilled Japanese artists. Back in the day, the earliest dinner plates were decorated with a copious application of gold.

Is Noritake still made in Japan?

In 1904, Nippon Toki Gomei Kaisha, the forerunner of the NORITAKE CO., LIMITED, was established and a factory with modern equipment and facilities was constructed in Noritake, Takaba-villlage, Aichi,Japan (present: Noritake-shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi).

Is Noritake and Nippon the same?

Most Noritake marks are accompanied by the country of origin designation. Between 1890 and 1921 the company marked their export china with Nippon in western characters. These Nippon marks can date pieces to the 1890 to 1921 period, before the McKinley Tariff act demanded Japan was used.

How can you tell Noritake china?

Locating Pattern Mark Newer Noritake collections contain the Noritake stamp along with the pattern name etched on the bottom of dinnerware or fine-china decor products. If your item contains a four-digit number instead, this references the pattern number and name used by the company.

Is Noritake safe?

CASUAL DINNERWARE Most casual Noritake dinnerware is safe for use in the microwave, refrigerator, and freezer. Detergent-safe means that Noritake technology has protected the delicate decorations from the effects of the harsh chemicals present in many detergents.