The mark on the back is from Società Ceramica Richard of Milan, Italy. This mark, which shows a shield with a crown and a snake (the symbol of Milan), was used before the company merged with the Ginori manufactory of Doccia in 1896, which means that the item dates from between 1873 and 1896. Mark details Manufacturer: Società Ceramica Richard (S.C. Richard). Location: Milan, Italy, with the San Cristoforo factory. Period of use: Approximately 1873 to 1896. Mark description: The stamp shows a griffin (lion) holding a shield with a man-devouring snake (biscione), the symbol of Milan. Above is a crown, and the inscriptions "SOCIETA'", "CERAMICA", "RICHARD" and "MILANO" surround the central coat of arms. Material: The company produced a wide range of items, including majolica, porcelain, and earthenware (terraglia). Number on the back: The number "29-40-2" probably represents an internal factory code for a shape, pattern, or production batch. Set, Societá Ceramica Richard of Milan, Italy. 1873- 1896. The set consists of: Large oval Dimensions: 26 × 39 cm 6 large dinner plates, diameter 25 cm 6 dessert plates, diameter 18.5 cm Sausage: Dimensions: Bottom: 23 × 14 cm Bowl, opening: 16 × 9.5 cm Height: 9.5 cm Salt and pepper shaker Dimensions: 15 × 8 cm Height: from 2.5 to 5.5 cm Sugar bowl with miniature spoon The lid on the container is not in perfect condition.