Vintage Lord Nelson China"Marina" Demitasse Cabinet Sized Teacup & Saucer Set
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Vintage Lord Nelson China"Marina" Demitasse Cabinet Sized Teacup & Saucer Set
Vintage demitasse set of china from Lord Nelson, example shown in the "Marina" pattern, c.1950, manufactured in England, UK. Includes the slightly rounded saucer and a "C"-shaped handle teacup. White base composition shows an allover print of Chintz inspired flowers on the saucer's interior and around the cup's walls. Gilded trim around the exterior edges; cup handle also lightly tipped in gold. Similar hallmarks on bottom of both pieces: gold foil "Lord Nelson Ware, Made in England", and "Marina".
Saucer measures 4" in Diameter x 5/8" High. Cup measures 2 7/8" Long (including handle; 2" interior Diameter) x 2 1/8" High.
Very good to excellent. Free of hairlines or chips. Minimal color fading and rubbing of the gilded trim. A touch of crazing is noticeable around the saucer's interior rim. Kiln marks show on the saucer bottom.