Porcelain Absinthe Coaster Saucer - 1f85

Absinthe Coaster Saucer in white with black and silver colour detailing.

Absinthe bistro saucers served a dual purpose in the pre-ban absinthe era. Besides serving as a coaster, they also functioned to indicate the price of absinthe being served.

The price printed onto the bottom or side of the saucer corresponded with a color painted on the outside rim. This colored rim was used to tell the waiter how much to charge the customer by reading the different saucer colors when stacked. 

Details

• High quality porcelain with a hand painted rim.
• Paint and text are fired into the saucer. Colours will not fade.
• Saucer measures approximately 4.6" in diameter.
• Height inside saucer measures 0.55".
• Will accommodate a 3.25" diameter glass foot and smaller.