~ Gosport 1935 King George V. And Queen Mary Silver Jubilee Porcelain Beaker ~
A commemorative porcelain beaker issued in 1935 for the 25th anniversary of the coronation of King George V.
The beaker is cream in colour. It has banners at the top inscribed “George V and Queen Mary Silver Jubilee”. The front has a large, brightly coloured transfer image depicting the King and Queen in wonderful detail. On the reverse is the Royal coat of arms.
On the underside of the mug is the official design stamp and a further one reading “G. Ford Mayor” with an image of a Viking ship being the coat of arms for Gosport, Hampshire.
~ Dimensions ~
The beaker is 4 ½ inches (11.5cm) in height with a diameter of 3 inches (7.5cm). It weighs 220g.
~ Condition ~
The beaker is in great condition apart from a small clay fold on the rim – a manufacturing fault. The transfer prints have minimal wear.