Coalport was home to an important pottery founded in 1795 by John Rose. It produced Coalport China which became popular worldwide. The building it was initially produced in is now a Youth Hostel and cafe. Production later moved across the canal to the buildings which are now the Coalport China Museum. Production moved to Staffordshire in 1926, and Coalport China is now part of the world famous Wedgwood group of pottery companies.
This lovely “Demitasse Cup & Saucer†measures 4.50 inches diameter and the matching cup is 2.75 tall and 2.50 inches diameter inches tall. The set is in good condition.
Antique Porcelain & Pottery
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