1951 Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Visit to Canada Commemorative Plate

​This is a beautiful vintage commemorative plate celebrating the 1951 Royal Visit to Canada by Princess Elizabeth (who would become Queen a year later) and her husband, Prince Philip. This historic event occurred in October 1951, a significant moment in the relationship between the monarchy and Canada. ​The oval-shaped plate features a lovely pinkish-red transferware design with portraits of the royal couple at the center. The surrounding details include the coats of arms of the United Kingdom and Canada, along with the inscription "OCTOBER 1951" and "VISIT TO CANADA." The plate is finished with a charming, textured gold-gilded border. ​Measuring approximately 8.5 inches in its longest dimension, this piece is a wonderful collector's item for anyone interested in Canadian history, British royal family memorabilia, or vintage chinaware. It is in excellent condition, with no chips or cracks.