For your consideration is this original, 1919 Oregon license plate. This license plate has been painted pure white and reads, "ORE 4774 1919". Oregon began issuing license plates in 1911, manufactured in Portland, at the Irwin-Hodson Company, where some are still manufactured today. Oregon plates were never made in prison. However, Oregon residents were required to register their vehicles in 1905 and provide their own license plates until 1911. This steel license plate is in good overall condition with minimal rust noted and no signs of damage. The license plate measures 4 7/16" L x 12 15/16" W and weighs 6 ounces.