Aynsley Eggcup

Q: Can you tell me the age of an Aynsley eggcup in the shamrock pattern? A: John Aynsley established a pottery in Longton, Staffordshire, England, in 1775. He made printed earthenware. His son joined the business and the name became John Aynsley & Sons (Ltd.) in 1864. The factory began making bone china. “England” was […]

Luck of the Irish To You! Shamrock Collectibles 

Break out the green! Happy St. Patrick’s Day! There were celebrations in Ireland for centuries, but it was not until 1762 that America held a celebration and parade in New York City. By the 1840s, the parades had become an annual event to remember the saint. Gradually, Irish immigrants realized that the parade was a […]

Belleek

The glaze on belleek closely resembles a piece of polished mother-of-pearl. It is creamy yellow. Occasionally, pieces are decorated with gold or very pale colors. The open basketwork designs are, perhaps, the most famous. Dishes were made to resemble shells or flowers. A few pieces were made of belleek with a Parian figure incorporated into […]