Ceramic Marks Made In England

For easy reference and as a quick guide to the possible attribution of your latest porcelain collectible or pottery marks.

Ceramic marks made in england.

Trade mark after the trade mark act of 1862 not normally on pottery until 1875. In the case of the larger firms the mark also has publicity value and shows the buyer that the object was made by a long established firm with a reputation to uphold. I do not and will not. This list may not reflect recent changes.

For example a given piece of pottery may have been in production long before it was registered so it may not hold the mark. A simple guide to understanding the basics of the marks and dates on the underside of pottery. Explanation of the use of the royal coat of arms. England added to marks after 1891 to comply with the american mckinley tarrif act.

Limited after the 1860 companies act not usually on pottery until after 1880. Pages in category ceramics manufacturers of england the following 101 pages are in this category out of 101 total. Unknown potters marks. General guide to ceramic marks dating.

Such clear name marks. Initial marks used by british potters. Marks include the date the given design was registered. Were lovely ceramic shelves made in britain but can t get them any more.

Also people just buy the foreign made cheap stuff nowadays. Why the marks are important. Pottery marks identification guide index a collection of pottery marks using photos and images from our antique collection. The object of a ceramic trade mark was to enable at least the retailer to know the name of the manufacturer of the object so that re orders etc can be correctly addressed.

Keep in mind not every piece made in england held this mark and remember the date was just when the design was registered.