These versatile dessert plates can be used for serving your special treats or used as a decorative display. The ceramic plates are decorated with Celtic braids around the outside and Celtic knots in the middle making the plates true Irish tableware. Each plate is ceramic, measures 8 inches across, and is dishwasher and microwave safe ensuring many years of enjoyment and use. Special words which include Family, Friendship, Blessings and Happiness are found in the center of each plate with a corresponding verse around the edge of the plate which enhances and enlarges on the special meaning of the word found in the middle. The dessert plates each come with a metal stand so the plate can be stood up and used as a decoration when the plate is not in use. With the individual word found on each plate, you can pick the one that carries the special message you wish to send or give all four as a set. The dessert plates will make a wonderful housewarming gift or Christmas gift. Each plate is sold separately and comes gift boxed.