Rare
Royal Doulton
Character Jug
D7153
‘Old Salt’
Colourway Treasure Chest Event piece
The jug depicts an old sailor wearing black cap with gold detail; cream fisherman’s jersey; mermaid has bright blue tail.
Designed by Gary Sharpe.
Series: Michael Doulton Events,
issued 2001 – 2001
Size: 4.25″H (Small)
When the miniature Old Salt jug was launched in 1984, it had a hollow crook in the mermaid’s arm. Later that year, because of production problems, the arm was molded to the body. The first version of the miniature has attained near pilot status and commands a large premium over the general issue.
Please look at the photos regarding condition
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