Hi Nancy,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Noritake was one of the most popular names for dinnerware in the mid 20th Century; not only was it handsome and serviceable but it was also comparatively affordable. Increasingly few people today, however, entertain in such a formal way and the market is saturated with services of varying sizes, colors, etc. Because there is less demand than supply, fair-market / auction prices for Noritake remain low, typically bringing $4-8 PER PIECE.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage 54-piece Noritake parcel gilt porcelain part dinner service for 8
In the Valdina pattern (#3854), made in Japan, bearing the Morimura "M" backstamp in use from 1921-1940, comprising:
7 dinner plates
8 salad or dessert plates (8-1/2 inches diameter)
7 appetizer plates (6-1/4 inches)
11 cups and 12 saucers
1 cream pitcher
1 sugar bowl
1 large serving bowl
2 smaller ones
2 platters, one small and one larger
1 shallow oval serving bowl
1 small bowl
CONDITION: This service appears to be in good condition with only very minor losses. Value assumes no breaks, repairs or replacements.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$250-450 for the set*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia