Lot 1690
Edward VIII Commemorative Items. Interesting lot of four items representing important phases of Edward VIII's life.
Our first item is a mug commemorating the 1911 coronation of Edward's father, George V, on June 22, 1911. The mug features portraits of the King and Queen, with a small portrait of Edward as HRH Prince of Wales centered between the two parents, and the British flag and aspects of the Royal coat of arms on either side and above the portraits. Manufactured by Grafton and Sons China, it bears the makers mark and a painter's initial "L" on the bottom. Minor production flaws, otherwise very good condition. The second item is a highly desirable Royal Winton beaker commemorating the Investiture of Edward as Prince of Wales on July 13, 1911. A color portrait of Edward in Naval dress is framed by symbols of Wales surmounted by the Prince of Wales' feathers insignia. Banners across the bottom celebrate the occasion. These beakers were not made in vast quantities and many were personalized. This beaker bears a red cross on the reverse with a phrase in Welsh. There is minor wear to the decoration, but otherwise this piece is in very good condition. The third item, a mug from Parrott & Company celebrating Edward's coronation, features a sepia portrait of the King with flags and wreath's surrounding him. Hand-painted accents adorn the rim and handle. Adhesive residue on the bottom, else very good condition. Also celebrating Edward's coronation, our fourth item is a cup and saucer set with a sepia portrait set between flags and a lion and unicorn (also featured in the center of the saucer). Ribbons celebrating the coronation, also decorate the saucer and cup. No makers mark. Minor soil and very minor loss at the decorations. Overall, very good condition.
Estimated Value $150 - 200.
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