Robert Haviland Lexington Service Plate

A service plate, or charger, acts as a decorative base for your dinnerware. It stays on the table throughout the meal to frame the courses, providing a polished, formal look before the main plate is placed on top.

While it is made of fine china, this piece is designed specifically as a charger or presentation plate. It is best used as a foundation for other dishes rather than for serving food directly.

Because of the delicate hand-painted details, we recommend hand washing this plate with a mild detergent. Avoid abrasive scrubbers to preserve the finish and the integrity of the design.

Yes, a 12-inch diameter is the standard size for a charger, offering enough surface area to create a visible border around most standard 10-inch dinner plates.

Since each plate is hand-painted, you may notice slight variations in the color application and brushwork. This is a hallmark of the artisanal process and adds to the unique character of each piece.