Description: This colorful souvenir 6 inch late of the HAUTES ALPES department of Southeastern France was purchased in 1985 during a vacation Europe. This area is located in the Alps mountain range which includes the Ecrins National Park. There is a large title near the center that says HAUTES ALPES. The plate has 7 figures representing communes, towns, mountain passes, resorts, and national parks of the area. Briancon: In the center there is the commune of Briancon (city greater than 2000 residents). Starting at 1 o’clock on the plate going clockwise, the other figures are: Montgenevre (commune); Col d’Izoard (high mountain pass); (6 o’clock) Serre Chevalier (major ski resort); Puy-Saint-Vincent (commune); Les Ecrins (Les Ecrins national park); (12 o’clock) Col du Lautaret (high mountain pass). .* Plate details: .* Front side: See general description above. .* Back side: The back side of the plate has no markings or labels. ,* Edges and Rim: The edges and rim are smooth and have no defects. .* Wall plate hanger: The plate includes a spring type of plate hanger for mounting on a wall. .* Dimensions: Diameter 6 inches. .* Manufacturing information: Purchased in 1985 during a vacation to area. The plate has no information printed on it. * Material: Porcelain .* Condition: This is a used item and it is in very good condition. There are no observable defects. Sold as is. France 1985 Hautes Alpes Wall Plate-6-y047 zzzh