Noritake
Bellefonte (9731) by Noritake China
Best choice for collectors seeking vintage floral replacement dinnerware.
Enhance your dining experience with the Bellefonte pattern (9731) by Noritake China. This exquisite Salad Plate features delicate blue flowers on a soft, light blue shaded background, offering a timeless aesthetic. Although part of a collection discontinued in 1986, its classic appeal remains. Crafted from fine China, this 8 3/8" plate is sold individually, making it ideal for starting a new collection or finding perfect replacements for an existing one. It's a beautiful addition for everyday use.
$22.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
1322
/ 10810
#1322 in Plates
Price vs Category Average
-74%
Below average
Plate Type
Salad Plate
/ Salad Plate
Who it's for
- Hosts planning elegant, formal dinner parties
- Collectors seeking durable, high-quality fine china
- Buyers needing easy access to replacement pieces
Who should skip it
- Busy households preferring dishwasher and microwave convenience
- Budget-conscious shoppers avoiding luxury price points
- Minimalists wanting versatile dinnerware for everyday use
Performance breakdown
Aesthetic Timelessness
Delicate floral motifs offer a classic charm that transcends passing trends.
Replacement Utility
Individual availability makes completing vintage sets remarkably straightforward.
Material Fragility
Fine china construction requires careful handling and hand-washing maintenance.
Versatile Sizing
The 8.375-inch diameter serves perfectly for salads, desserts, or light lunches.
Modern Compatibility
Lack of dishwasher and microwave safety limits its everyday convenience.
Surface Durability
The delicate glaze is prone to chips and requires gentle storage.
Key Specs
Plate Type
Salad Plate
Material
Porcelain
Diameter
8.375 inches
Shape
Round, Oval
Pattern Type
Patterned
Occasion
Everyday
Number of Pieces
1
Oven Safe
false
Features
- Elegant floral motif on a light blue shade
- Perfect for everyday dining
- Individual pieces for flexible purchasing
- Ideal for replacement pieces
- Crafted from fine China
- Timeless and classic design
What customers say
The Noritake Bellefonte pattern earns overwhelmingly positive feedback, centering on its timeless elegance and superior quality. Reviewers consistently praise the exquisite design, noting the delicate floral motif and enduring platinum trim as hallmarks of sophistication perfect for special occasions. Customers deeply value the emotional connection to this china, often completing inherited or long owned sets. The porcelain itself is lauded for its substantial feel, excellent finish, and remarkable durability over many years. While replacement pieces can be challenging to source due to the pattern's age, the overall sentiment confirms that Bellefonte represents exceptional value through its classic craftsmanship and enduring aesthetic appeal.
Know before you buy
This salad plate measures 8.375 inches in diameter, which is the standard size for this specific Noritake pattern.
No, this fine china is not microwave, dishwasher, oven, or freezer safe. We recommend hand washing these pieces to preserve the delicate floral pattern and the integrity of the china.
While the design is elegant enough for formal settings, it is durable enough for everyday dining. However, please note that it is not chip-resistant, so it should be handled with care.
The Bellefonte (9731) pattern features a distinct light blue shaded background with delicate blue flowers. Because vintage china can vary slightly by production run, these individual pieces are best suited for completing a set or replacing a broken item.
These plates are not designed to be stackable. To prevent scratching or chipping the fine china surface, we recommend using plate dividers or felt pads if you plan to store them in a stack.
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