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The Staffordshire Potteries refers to the area known in the 17th century for ceramic production. It consisted of six towns that make up Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, England: Tunstall, Burslem, Hanley, Stoke, Fenton and Longton. Over 1500 pottery companies have operated in Stoke-on-Trent since the early 1700′s. The reason for the concentration of potteries was the local availability of clay, salt, coal and lead, which are all needed in the production of quality pottery. Some companies only stayed in business for a few years while some have been operational for over 200 years. The distinction in the pottery is found in the Staffordshire pottery marks; they clearly identify the manufacturer and the time period when the ceramic or porcelain was produced and the pottery marks could be letters, crests or symbols on the bottom of the piece.

A popular ceramic and porcelain manufacturer was Wedgwood. The first ceramic pieces circa 1860 – 1900 by Wedgwood used standard name-mark or impressed marks, “Wedgwood”. The Wedgwood mark changed many times within that same time period. Another printed mark read “ROYAL STONE CHINA WEDGWOOD & Co.” and incorporated a printed mark of Royal Arms. Another Wedgwood pottery mark circa 1890 – 1906 displayed a lion standing on a crown with banners circling above stating “SEMI ROYAL PORCELAIN” and the bottom banner reading, “WEDGEWOOD & CO. ENGLAND”.

Another popular Staffordshire pottery was Spode. Spode was founded in 1767 by Joshua Spode who has been credited for the perfection of the formula of fine bone china. The first pottery marks circa 1780-1790 by Spode were early impressed or printed mark in upper and lower case letter of the company name. In 1805 – 1833 Spode used typical printed marks. One pottery mark was written in script , “Spode’s Imperial”. Another pottery mark read “Spode’s New Fayence”.

Staffordshire pottery marks reflect the craftsmanship of these potteries and these marks indicate who and when these pieces of art were created. Today they are used to help to date and value a piece of English pottery from the area.

Blake is the owner of a website that called AllEnglishpottery.com, which provides information on British based pottery makers as well as providing Pottery for Sale [http://www.allenglishpottery.com]. Of course one of the most popular of all pottery from England is Staffordshire Pottery [http://allenglishpottery.com/staffordshire-pottery], which can also be found at AllEnglishPottery.com.

Do I have to end my sister-in-law another present ?

I sent her beautiful place mats to go with her collection of Spode Christmas china. She said
she already has a tablecloth that matches her set and is sending back what we sent her. I think
this is terribly rude and not in the spirit of giving/receiving.

That’s a real-life story that really happened: buy a plastic head. Yes a plastic HEAD. Then send it with a card saying: “I knew you didn’t have one of those”.

Another great place to shop for Christmas China Spode products is Amazon. They have more than just books!

Spode Christmas Tree Sculpted Square Serving Tray 12.5 $29.99 Square Serving Tray 12.5″ – Festive Multi Color With Central Christmas Tree And Toys – Holly Sprigs – Off White Background – Wide Green Trim – Made In China…

Spode Christmas Tree 12-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 4 $98.99 Christmas Tree Dinnerware by Spode. 12 Piece Dinnerware set is a service for 4. Includes 4 Dinner Plates 4 Salad Plates 4 Mugs. An Excellent Value and one that is surely able to keep the season festive!…

Spode Christmas Tree Dinnerware Spode Christmas Tree was originally introduced in 1938, designed specifically for the American market. It is the oldest holiday pattern in the US today, and is loved by collectors for its nostalgia and warm recollections of past Christmases. The 12 piece set which includes 4 dinner plates 10 inches, 4 salad plates 8 inches and 4 mugs 9 ounces is a great way to start collecting Spode Christmas Tre…

Spode Christmas Tree Night Light $14.44 Night Light Tea Pot – Festive Multi Color With Central Christmas Tree And Toys – Holly Sprigs – Off White Background – Wide Green Trim – Made In China…

Spode Christmas Tree Night Light-Tree Shape $14.97 Night Light Tree – Festive Multi Color With Central Christmas Tree And Toys – Holly Sprigs – Off White Background – Wide Green Trim – Made In Malaysia…

CR Gibson Holiday Boxed Recipe Cards, Spode Christmas Tree, Box $15.30 Holiday Boxed Recipe Cards are designed to keep your recipes clean and easy to view. Includes 40 4-inch x 6-inch recipe cards, 6 index tabbed dividers and 6 clear splash guard sleeves. Box measures 6 1/2-inches x 4 7/8-inches x 2-inches deep.Holiday Boxed Recipe Cards stores recipes and holds them up for you to easily see while cookingIncludes 6 index tabbed dividers and 6 clear splash guard sleev…

CR Gibson Spode Christmas Tree Gift Wrap (Half Ream) $157.14 In 1938, English designer Harold Holdway was asked by Spode to design a Christmas pattern for the American market. His charming design as it appears here has since become a Christmas classic. Premium paper with metallic gold ink accents. Paper is 30-inches wide x 417-feet long….

Spode Christmas Tree Green Trim Music Box Hand Painted Fine China Dinnerware $49.99 …

Tea Set Christmas Porcelain Child Miniature China Spode Like Decoration Girl Playtime Tea Set Childs Size or for Holiday Decoration Design Christmas Tree Decorated White Background Trimmed with Gold 10 Piece Set Includes ………………… 2-Cups 2-Saucers 1-Creamer 1-Sugar Bowl 1-Sugar Bowl Cover 1-Teapot 1-Teapot Cover 1-Plate Tray for Serving You will Get all these pieces in One New Box Very nice Holiday Gift Only 1 set available…