Vintage West Virginia Owl Ceramic Souvenir Trinket Dish – Made in Japan – 6.5"
Add a charming piece of vintage Americana to your collection with this Vintage West Virginia Owl Ceramic Souvenir Trinket Dish, made in Japan. This decorative collectible combines an adorable three-dimensional owl design with a colorful tribute to the Mountain State.
The ceramic dish features a beautifully molded owl with large, expressive eyes, textured feathers, and a distinctive brown and golden-yellow glazed finish. Green-accented leaves and detailed feather patterns surround the owl, creating a nostalgic woodland appearance.
The shallow, oval-shaped dish features black printed illustrations celebrating West Virginia – The Mountain State. The artwork includes the West Virginia State Capitol in Charleston, the state bird (Cardinal), the state flower (Rhododendron), the state seal, and an outline map highlighting cities and towns throughout the state.
The raised, textured border resembles feathers or a woven basket, complementing the owl's woodland-inspired design. The combination of dimensional ceramic detailing and vintage souvenir graphics makes this an attractive piece of collectible state memorabilia.
The reverse retains its original Made in Japan sticker, identifying the country of manufacture.
Measuring approximately 6.5 inches long, 5 inches wide, and 0.75 inches deep, this decorative owl dish is ideal for displaying small keepsakes, jewelry, coins, or other lightweight collectibles.
Whether you collect vintage owl figurines, Japanese ceramics, West Virginia souvenirs, or nostalgic travel memorabilia, this distinctive owl-shaped dish makes a wonderful addition to a collection.
Product Features
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Item: Vintage West Virginia Owl Souvenir Trinket Dish
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Country of Manufacture: Japan
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Material: Glazed ceramic
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Design: Three-dimensional owl with shallow oval dish
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Colors: Golden yellow, amber, brown, green, and black
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Theme: West Virginia – The Mountain State
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Decoration: West Virginia State Capitol, Cardinal, Rhododendron, state seal, and state map
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Length: 6.5 inches
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Width: 5 inches
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Depth: 0.75 inches
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Style: Vintage souvenir, woodland, owl collectible
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Brand/Manufacturer: Unmarked; manufacturer unknown
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Quantity: One ceramic souvenir dish
Condition
Vintage pre-owned condition with signs of age and previous use.
The ceramic dish retains its glossy brown and golden-yellow glaze, with attractive molded feather and leaf details. The black West Virginia souvenir graphics remain visible and generally well-defined.
A noticeable chip or damaged area is present around the circular opening near the owl's forehead/head, exposing the lighter-colored ceramic beneath the glaze. There is also visible surface wear, including light scratches, scuffs, and minor discoloration consistent with age and handling.
The original Made in Japan sticker remains attached to the underside. Some wear is visible along the bottom foot ring.
Please carefully review all photographs for the exact condition, color, decorative details, and imperfections of this vintage collectible.
Only the item shown in the photographs is included.
