Minton cake plate from GWR Royal Saloon No 9006

Made:
1833-1947 in Stoke-on-Trent
maker:
Minton

Cake plate, square, china, by Minton, from Great Western Railway Royal Saloon No 9006, used by Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, fluted gold rim, two gold patterned handles next to pale green fluted border white centre.

Royal journeys were made comfortable and luxurious through the supply of high quality china, silverware and cut glass for dining and relaxing on the move.

Details

Category:
Passenger Comforts
Object Number:
1997-8743
Materials:
ceramic (unspecified)
Measurements:
overall: 40 mm x 247 mm x 217 mm,
type:
plate
credit:
Clarence House

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