Lenox is a luxury tableware brand used at state dinners in the White House, known for its beautiful ivory color and hand-painted 24-karat gold decoration. It has an elegant texture and presence that you can't experience with IKEA or inexpensive Chinese-made plastic plates. With its vintage charm and decoration, it's also perfect for plating food and table coordination. I really like this item, but I'm selling it because I don't have a chance to use it. Recommended for collectors and those who love overseas tableware. Please understand that this is a used item and has been stored. Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to such things.