Bing & Grondahl Seagull with gold edge Rare Lunchoun plate with pierced border from 1895-1898 with rare hallmark

Bing & Grondahl Seagull with gold edge, rare lunchoun plate with pierced border. The factory mark shows, that these were made between 1895 and 1898. Fanny Garde designed the Seagull pattern in 1890, so these are some of the very first pieces ever made. They are both marked with the red "Hoveddepot" hallmark that was only used on test items and items that was not for sale. Factory first. Diameter 20.9 cm. One plate has an insignificant har line crack on the back standpoint edge. Otherwise perfect condition with no chips, cracks or repairs.