The FLORAL design Franciscan Ware was introduced in 1971 as part of the Madeira Family Shape.  The pattern was made until 1980 when it was retired.

All of the bowls I have are marked 1973, so they are rather early days of the pattern.

These are the smallest of the place setting bowls.  It's the perfect size for fruit or berries.  In my honest opinion it is an amazing size for desserts, especially ice cream.


With all my pieces when I bring them home, I hand wash them. 

I do this because I don’t believe you can truly say there is “no crazing” without getting them wet.  Crazing can hide.

 So, when I say there are no chips, cracks, crazing or repairs, I have done my due diligence to discover any defects.