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Pterodactyl Dinner Plate 12
Pterodactyl Dinner Plate 12
Pterodactyl Dinner Plate 12

Pterodactyl Dinner Plate 12

$ 42.00 - $ 150.00
Item: 1 plate

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◄Description

It all started with a pterodactyl. Although this is the 12th porcelain plate design, this is where Calamityware began. Don Moyer, artist and all-around funny guy, says, "In 2011, I was drawing my grandma's blue-willow plate in my sketchbook, and I added a pterodactyl for fun. That’s what got all the Calamityware projects started." 

Designed by Don Moyer and initially launched as his 22nd Kickstarter project in 2016.

 

For dino-nerds only. Yes, we know that pterodactyl isn’t the right term. We should be calling the creature a pteranodon (large body, crest on head, short tail, no teeth). But there are three problems with that term.

  1. No one seems to know what we're talking about. But when we say pterodactyl, folks get it right away.
  2. Pteranodon is bland and somehow doesn’t convey the mystery and sinister glamor that pterodactyl has.
    We're old and our capacity to absorb new stuff is pathetically limited. We still think Pluto is a planet.
  3. We're old and our capacity to absorb new stuff is pathetically limited. We still think Pluto is a planet.
◄Dimensions & More Info
  • 10.5” diameter (26.5 cm)
  • Rich blue images on white porcelain.
  • Produced using the in-glaze decoration process. That means the image is slightly melted into the surface like the fine porcelain you see in museums.
  • Remember, all Calamityware plate designs are different—different borders, different images, and sometimes slightly different blues because the plates were fired at different times. They will look good together on your table or wall, but they won't be identical.
  • Made at the award-winning Kristoff porcelain workshop in Poland.
◄Care
  • Food safe.
  • Microwave safe.
  • Dishwasher safe.
  • Porcelain is both delicate and durable. We think you’ll enjoy Don’s blog about caring for your new treasures.
◄Shipping & Returns

Shipping Information:

We offer a variety of different shipping options so you can choose what works best for your order. Cost and delivery times will be calculated at checkout. All shipping times are estimates and are not guaranteed. We offer free U.S. shipping on orders over $200 (automatically applied at checkout, we pick the shipping method).

 

Shipping & Return Policies:

Click here to find shipping and return policies. Questions? Email us at Robot@calamityware.com.

Where it's made

These porcelain pieces are fired at the Kristoff workshop in Valbrich, Poland, one of the oldest and grandest porcelain workshops in the world. Kristoff has been making porcelain since 1831 and its work can be found in museums and in the palaces of royalty. Our porcelain designs are in-glaze, which means slightly melted into the surface of the piece, to ensure a beautiful crisp image for years to come. Photo by Porcelana Krzysztof Sp. z o.o.

Who we are

Calamityware is a tiny, five-person, one-dog company headquartered in Pittsburgh. We love bringing the darkly whimsical view of our founder and chief monster-maker, Don Moyer, to life. Our products are high quality, meticulously manufactured items that make wonderful gifts for you and other weird-adjacent people in your life. Our goal is to make you smile.

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Justine C.
A-haa! A-haa!

I ordered a set of 12 of these beauties for a close group of old friends - The Pterodactyls.

We were DELIGHTED that our group had 1) been memorialized in stone (ok, porcelain, geez!) and 2) described with spot-on accuracy ("the mystery and sinister glamor." It's like you knew us. Have we been out drinking with you?)

In what could only be described as a "folie a deux" x 6, we combined our funds and procured one plate for each Pterodactyl as a birthday gift. Thereby, in one fall swoop --something we excel at-- taking care of a year's worth of our friend's birthdays. We thank you from the bottom of our mighty hearts. We intend to use them at our next Dactyl gathering in February and for years to come.

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Jane
Awesome!

I was surprised by the quality of the plate..it is beautifully made. But the real joy is looking at it...I keep finding interesting little details to make me laugh. This is my first plate and I fear it's the gateway drug to a full set...

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ERIC S.
Pterodactyls on the wing

Off Kickstarter, we recently received a set of series 3 plates. Love them all (though with a slight preference for series 2, but series 3 are great too). Sadly the pterodactyl plate came with a chip on the edge -- perhaps dropped in transit? Anyway we contacted the Calamityware robot, who turned out to be a very nice person actually, who sent us a new plate faster than a pterodactyl could wing its way from NJ to the Bronx! Thanks so much for your wonderful, creative work. Much appreciated.

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fabulous s.
Best dinosaur product, ever.

Have you seen that film about dinosaurs? It was massive hit. This plate is better than that.

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Susan E.K.
I Love These Plates

I have been Buying these plates for years. And, since I am a believer in using things of beauty rather than putting them on the shelf, I know that they handle dishwashers, small children, and being in a stack with other plates. They are definitely the first ones I grab off the shelf. I love them and am slowly working on getting the complete set. I have 5 plates and a set of bowls and am waiting on my shower curtains to arrive.

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Steven R.
Another epic plate

I can't wait for my wife to open her second Calamity plate this Christmas. I just received it and it is as beautiful and wonderfully crafter as the one I gave her two years ago. The 'double-takes' by people who visit are such a hoot.

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Ramya
Great!

This plate is great! I love the pterodactyl, and similar to other Calamity plates, I really enjoy all the little details that come together in the blue and white.

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Joshua S.
Marshal, Will and Holly

This routine expedition lands the Marshall family on the set of Mikado.. While you can't see any pylons or Sleestaks. There is the notorius black cat, digital dog... and perhaps an unwanted, yet much admired pterodactyl !! Stick figure says " CALAMITY!!" as he mounts the bridge and runs for the hills or perhaps the "Land of the Lost"...

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Carmen M.
Pterodactyl For Dinner

All lovely blue & white, darling Pterodactyl joined sweetie pie Robot, & altogether
we all had a merry feast. Impressed by the fine craftsmanship of these plates. Thank you manufacturers in Poland. Really love them.

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Roy T.
Fits right in with the flock

This plate fits in with the 6 other plates in our collection. As there is only two of us we have a variety from which to choose. I prefer the volcano but this is a nice change of scenery. Thank you.

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