Porcelain collector plates from the Danbury Mint Shirley Temple Collection, featuring scenes from 'Poor Little Rich Girl' and other films

The Danbury Mint produced a series of commemorative collector plates in the 1980s and 1990s celebrating iconic child star Shirley Temple and her most beloved films from the 1930s. These limited-edition porcelain plates featured hand-decorated artwork depicting memorable scenes from Temple's movies, including 'Poor Little Rich Girl,' 'The Little Colonel,' and 'Captain January.' Each plate was issued with a certificate of authenticity and became part of a broader collectibles market celebrating Hollywood's Golden Age. Shirley Temple collector plates appeal to nostalgia enthusiasts, vintage Hollywood memorabilia collectors, and fans of 1930s cinema. These decorative plates are valued by collectors who appreciate both the cultural significance of Shirley Temple as America's sweetheart during the Great Depression era and the craftsmanship of limited-edition commemorative porcelain. The plates serve as charming display pieces that capture the innocence and optimism of classic American cinema.