Rare Rutherford B. Hayes oyster plate. Circa 1880. Designed by Theodore Russell Davis (1840-1894). Made by Haviland & Co, Limoges. Marked on underside with United States seal, FABRIQUE PAR HAVILAND & CO d’apres les dessin D E (in red), Theodore Davis printed signature, DESIGN PATENTED AUGUST 10th 1880, and H & Co over L. from the white house service. 8 3/4″ diameter. Very good condition.