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Lenox 2006 Trees-Around-the-World Collector Plate
Is the 2006 Lenox Trees-Around-the-World plate the right Christmas collector plate for your collection or holiday display?
If you want the 2006 Lenox design, this is a distinctive display plate: a Japanese Christmas tree sits at the center, framed by colorful birds and flowers, with hand enameling and 24-karat gold accents. At 10½ inches across, it has more presence on a wall or plate stand than the smaller 7¼-inch annual plates here. I’d choose it for the specific design and year, then check the individual plate carefully before buying—especially if it’s a gift.
From the Amazon listing
- ✓2006 holiday collector plate crafted of Lenox ivory fine china
- ✓Accented with 24-karat gold and hand enameling
- ✓Measures 10-1/2 inches in diameter
How do you make sure it’s the year and design you want?
Compare the actual front of the plate with the Japanese tree and bird-and-flower border described here; don’t rely on a similar holiday title alone. Ask for a clear photo of the back as well, and check that the markings and overall condition make sense for the piece you’re seeking. If you’re filling a gap in a collection, match the design first and treat the exact backstamp as something to verify on the individual plate.
Is this a serving plate or a display plate?
I’d treat it as a display plate. The gold accents and hand-enamelled decoration are reasons to keep it out of everyday serving and the dishwasher; metallic decoration also makes the microwave a poor choice. If you do handle or clean it, use a soft cloth and gentle hand-washing, then dry it carefully.
What should you check on a secondhand plate?
Look closely at the rim and face under bright, angled light for chips, hairline cracks, scratches and uneven areas that could indicate a repair. Check the back too, including the foot rim, and ask for close-up photos of any marks or questionable spots. For a gift, have the plate packed securely and separately arrange a suitable box if protective packaging matters.
Will it fit the display you have in mind?
Measure the space and choose a stand or wall display made for a 10½-inch plate; small plate stands and hangers intended for 6–8-inch pieces are not a safe assumption for this one. Its larger format suits a focal spot in a seasonal display. If you want a compact blue-and-white plate instead, the two comparisons below are both 7¼ inches.
How they compare
A larger 2006 Lenox display plate with a Japanese Christmas tree, colorful border and 24-karat gold accents.
A compact 7¼-inch blue 1977 annual Christmas plate, hand decorated and noted with a custom box.
A 7¼-inch blue Royal Copenhagen porcelain plate designed to hang or mount.
Who it suits
This set is for the Lenox or Christmas-plate collector who specifically wants the 2006 Trees-Around-the-World design, or someone choosing a substantial seasonal display piece as a gift. The Japanese tree, bird-and-flower border and gold details give it a recognizable holiday look, while its 10½-inch diameter makes it easy to feature on its own.
What you give up
- You’re choosing a decorative collectible, not an everyday plate: the gold and enamel details call for gentler handling, and you’ll need display support sized for its larger diameter.
- The individual plate’s condition and any accompanying packaging matter, particularly when gifting; inspect the actual piece rather than assuming a collector plate is free of wear.
When another one is the better buy
Bing & Grondahl Annual Hand Decorated Christmas Plate 1977: Choose the Bing & Grondahl 1977 plate if you want a much smaller 7¼-inch blue annual Christmas plate, with hand decoration and a custom box noted for that product.
Royal Copenhagen Annual Christmas Plate Queen's Palace - No Box: Choose the Royal Copenhagen Queen’s Palace plate if you prefer a 7¼-inch blue porcelain collectible that can be hung or mounted, and don’t need a box.
Questions buyers ask
How can I check a secondhand Lenox Christmas plate for chips or repairs?
To spot a repair, compare the glaze and surface texture around a suspicious area with the surrounding plate; mismatched color, unusual smoothness or discoloration can be clues. Ask for close-up photos if you cannot inspect it in person.
Does the Lenox 2006 Trees-Around-the-World plate come with an original box or stand?
Ask the seller to confirm whether the individual item includes either, especially if the box matters for gifting or storage.
Can you serve food on the Lenox Trees-Around-the-World plate?
I’d use it as a display plate rather than for serving. The decorative gold and enamel details are best protected from food, washing chemicals and everyday handling.
How should you care for a Lenox holiday collector plate?
Avoid abrasive cleaners, and support the plate securely while handling it so it cannot knock against hard surfaces.
How do you identify the Lenox Trees-Around-the-World Christmas plate?
Match the front design: the 2006 plate has a Japanese Christmas tree in the center and a colorful bird-and-flower border. Check the back of the individual plate as well when confirming a particular year or completing a collection.
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If you’re after a different year, a smaller format or another holiday motif, browse the other Christmas collector plates in the category to find the design that fits your collection.
