Charger plates or service plates are large plates used at full course dinners or to dress up special events like parties and weddings. Charger plates have been in use since the 19th century.

What is the charger plate for?

A charger plate is a large, decorative base setting on top of which other dinnerware is placed during formal occasions such as catered events, weddings, upscale parties, banquets, or in fine dining restaurants.

What is charged plate?

noun. an identification plate, especially one from which an impression can be taken, issued to a customer and used to make purchases on a credit basis. Also charge-a-plate.