Hi Wendy, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: An antique 21-piece early Noritake hand-painted parcel gilt dessert service In the 'Egyptian Palm Tree' pattern, first quarter 20th Century, decorated with a tropical landscape scene, comprising: 6 tea cups 6 saucers 6 dessert plates 1 cake plate, 1 cream pitcher 1 sugar bowl CONDITION: appears to be in good condition; value assumes no chips, cracks, breaks or repairs PROVENANCE: inherited AUD $300-500 for the set* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.