1930s Set of 4 Vintage English Ceramic Cups & Saucers

Description

This is a set of 4 vintage cups and saucers. An English, ceramic and hallmarked silver coffee can by Aynsley, … more This is a set of 4 vintage cups and saucers. An English, ceramic and hallmarked silver coffee can by Aynsley, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

Wonderfully petite with striking silver handles
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in original order
Quality ceramic decorated with cobalt blue and gilt highlights over a white ground
Lightly tarnished silver handles with pierced decor

Each cup resplendent with a gently flared rim and accentuated with a gilt finish
Blue and white checkerboard pattern adorns the upper
Distinctive mottled blue band contrasts nicely with the silver fretwork

Decor and flared form repeats upon each saucer
Maker's mark to base of each cup and saucer for Aynsley of Staffordshire
Hallmarks to silver for James Dixon & Sons, with Sheffield assay mark and date letter 'N' for 1930

This is a charming set of 4 vintage cups & saucers, with superb silver handles and quality ceramic cups presented in lightly aged condition. Delivered polished and ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 12cm (4.75'')
Max Depth: 12cm (4.75'')
Max Height: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Cup Width: 5.5cm (2.25'')
Cup Depth: 7cm (2.75'')
Cup Height: 6cm (2.25'')

Saucer Width: 12cm (4.75'')
Saucer Depth: 12cm (4.75'')
Saucer Height: 1.5cm (.5'') less