Description: The Empress Hotel (now Fairmont) opened on 20 January, 1908 and is considered one of Canada’s grand railway hotels. It was built by a division of the Canadian Pacific Railway to service its steamship line terminal a few blocks away. It is a designated Canadian national historic site and is one of the oldest hotels in Victoria, British Columbia. This plate is a modified 8-3/8" square. Center well has a 6" diameter. Profile depth = 0.75". The decoration is a brown transfer which as been over-painted by hand ("clobbering"). Labelled under the image "The Empress Hotel ~ Victoria, B. C.". The border is a raised Adams-style relief. Hallmarked en verso "Devon ware ~ Fieldings ~ {Crown image} ~ Stoke-on-Trent ~ Made in England". Condition: Very good giftable condition. Visible crazing with discoloration, predominantly on raised pattern on top perimeter. Crazing without discoloration on back. Transfer and hand-painting intact with good color and without scratches or erosion. No chips, flakes, breaks, mends, repairs, cracks, hairlines, blemishes, or mentionable boo-boo's. Don't feel anything amiss when I run finger around edges. No signs of previous repair or restoration. Unpacked weight: 13 oz. Always happy to pass through discounts on combined shipping. I only charge actual postage, and always use recycled packing materials. Note some photos appear redundant because I take photos from all possible angles. On symmetrical items, these photos may appear redundant when there are no distinguishing differences or condition issues between side views. I gladly accept returns, but please note I do not pay return postage unless there was a significant error in my description. The item listed is being sold as is, as pictured and as described to the best of my knowledge. All dimensions and weights approximate. If you have a question or an assumption on an item prior to purchase, please ask. I much prefer to take the time on the front end to make sure you will be satisfied with your purchase. Remember, when buying vintage expect imperfections as these items have a history and have been in the possession of others. I try to list EVERY flaw which would be commented on something in an antique or vintage condition – this does not mean all imperfections resulting from normal wear & use require comment. My goal is to have no rude surprises upon receipt.
Price: 9.95 USD
Location: Dallas, Texas
End Time: 2024-08-28T18:21:26.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Collector Plate
Country: Canada
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Diameter: 8-3/8
Handmade: No
Modified Item: No
