Abstract: A protective boot in combination with a dish or plate-mounting bracket formed to be mounted to the free hook ends of the bracket, whereby the boots directly engage the annular peripheral edge of a collector-type dish or plate to be hung for display, so as not to cause wear or damage thereto. The boot is formed from a soft, pliable, plastic material defining an elongated tapered body having a tapered central bore formed therein to readily receive the hook end of the bracket in a fixed manner.