It’s a bit of a mystery….
This sentimental Swedish Christmas present from my
sis, Linda, sent me searching for answers.
The small white plate bears the image of
a Swedish military/battle scene? It’s an image I also found
on medals. The wording around the rim, offered some clues.
Stockholms Stads ~ Stockhom City
Frivilliga ~ A civilian riffle, manufactured during WWII
Skarpskytteforening ~ Some kind of Swedish/Stockholm gun club?
Anyway, the markings on the back,
led me to Gustavsberg, Sweden near Stockholm.
It’s the home of the Gustavsberg Porcelain factory where they have been making
beautiful porcelain pieces by hand, since 1827. That anchor, is their symbol.
Kompaniet, possibly refers to an upscale department store in Stockholm.
Clearly, I haven’t pieced it all together yet….more sleuthing required.
If you have any info.. please help my solve the
mystery.
It’s cool because all of this…plays into our Swedish heritage. Our
Grandfather, on my dad’s side, was born in Stockholm, though I never met him.
AND our name, has military origins.
Perhaps it is some kind of commemorative plate??
Enough digging for one day.
I think I may try and contact the Gustavsberg factory.
Many thanks to my sister, for this thoughtful gift, which is taking
me on a historical & sentimental journey.
I’m suddenly smitten with Swedish blue & yellow,
I love a challenge…but have come up empty handed! If you send them a photo, I am sure they will answer your question!
From their site:
“We also specialise in bespoke designs including monograms, coat of arms and company logos etc. All our products are stamped with our trademark, anchorlogo, date and “Made in Gustavsberg Sweden”. For futher information please contact us at info@gustavsbergsporslinsfabrik.se
@ Nantucket Daffodil, Thank you for the Help!! To be continued…
Monica
Lovely plate! Hope you solve the mystery.
xoxox Janice
The plate is wonderful. If I get any information on it I will let you know.