{"title":"Masons Ironstone","description":"\u003cp\u003eCharles James Mason registered the patent name ‘IRONSTONE’ in 1813 for the ‘Improvement of the Manufacture of English Porcelain, IRONSTONE PATENT CHINA:’ Patent number 3724. The name was soon adopted by competitors, whom were using similar materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to popular belief, Mason’s Ironstone does not contain iron! The name is derived from its ‘iron-like’ strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1930s-masons-ironstone-brown-velvet-ginger-jar","title":"1930s Masons Ironstone Brown Velvet Ginger Jar","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1930s Masons Ironstone Brown Velvet Ginger Jar\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1930s Masons Ironstone Brown Velvet Ginger Jar would make a lovely display item. Comprises cream ironstone, with Brown and yellow flowers with gilded edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good vintage condition with no cracks, chips or restoration. It does have a few manufacturing blemishes including bubbles and crazing, and some of the gilding is missing in places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely Ginger Jar for storing cotton wool balls\/make-up pads, for kitchen storage or just for display! It makes a nice addition to a Mason’s Ironstone collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid Diameter ~8.3cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase diameter 6cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight including lid:- ~13cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Diameter: approx. 12cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker’s Mark on The Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMASON’S Transfer Printed Crown \u0026amp; Banner\u003cbr\u003ePatent Ironstone China\u003cbr\u003eMade in England\u003cbr\u003e‘Brown Velvet’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e‘MADE IN ENGLAND’ was introduced after 1923. GUARANTEED PERMANENT \u0026amp; ACID RESISTING COLOURS’ was added after 1940, and the crown shape was also subtly changed. PERMANENT DETERGENT PROOF DECORATION was added in the 1950s. This suggests that the ginger jar dates to approximately the 1930s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following links for more \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-pottery-mason\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMason’s Ironstone\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-jugs-vases-ginger-jars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinger Jars.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome History For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles James Mason registered the patent name ‘IRONSTONE’ in 1813 for the ‘Improvement of the Manufacture of English Porcelain, IRONSTONE PATENT CHINA:’ Patent number 3724. The name was soon adopted by competitors, whom were using similar materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to popular belief, Ironstone does not contain iron. Its name is derived from its ‘iron-like’ strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIronstone is an earthenware vitreous pottery with stoneware appearance and properties and was mass produced as a cheaper alternative to porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Masons Ironstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32660461518892,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/1930s_Masons_Ironstone_Brown_Velvet_Ginger_Jar.jpg?v=1774281589"},{"product_id":"masons-ironstone-cocktail-stick-holder-mandarin-pattern","title":"Masons Ironstone Cocktail Stick Holder Mandarin pattern","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMasons Ironstone Cocktail Stick Holder \u003cem\u003eMandarin \u003c\/em\u003ePattern\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Masons Ironstone Cocktail Stick Holder Mandarin pattern in excellent vintage condition, dating from the 1920s but pre-1940s. This is one of the first ‘Amber Glaze’ products produced by Masons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no cracks, chips or restoration. It could be used for holding toothpicks, cocktail sticks, matches, cigarettes or fragrant sticks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Maximum Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.2cm (2.44″) Base Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.9cm (1.14″) Base Width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal measurements ~ 2cm (0.79″) width x 5.6cm (2.21″) length x 5.1cm (2″) depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackmark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer printed red\/brown crown and banner (PATENT IRONSTONE CHINA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngland with the pattern name ‘Mandarin’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mark is after 1920. ‘MADE IN ENGLAND’ was introduced after 1923.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more vintage masons ironstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome History For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles James Mason registered the patent name ‘IRONSTONE’ in 1813 for the ‘Improvement of the Manufacture of English Porcelain, IRONSTONE PATENT CHINA:’ Patent number 3724. The name was soon adopted by competitors, whom were using similar materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to popular belief, Ironstone does not contain iron! The name is derived from its ‘iron-like’ strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIronstone is an earthenware vitreous pottery with stoneware appearance and properties. It was mass produced as a cheaper alternative to porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1922, Mason’s Ironstone introduced \u003cem\u003eAmber Glaze \u003c\/em\u003edescribed as ‘a ground colour of the ware, is a soft pale Ivory and the colouring unusually fine.’ \u003cem\u003eMinuet\u003c\/em\u003e was the first pattern produced in this new glaze and \u003cem\u003eMandarin \u003c\/em\u003esoon followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Masons Ironstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34194179719212,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC02549_794eebc3-7e2d-4ab2-8661-11a2a5134ead.jpg?v=1589886669"},{"product_id":"1950s-masons-ironstone-fruit-basket-ginger-jar","title":"1950s Masons Ironstone Fruit Basket Ginger Jar","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1950s Masons Ironstone Fruit Basket Ginger Jar\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large 1950s Mason’s Ironstone Fruit Basket Ginger Jar would make a lovely display item. Comprises cream ironstone, transfer printed with seasonal fruit in a basket in autumnal colours on two sides and on the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good vintage condition with no cracks, chips or restoration. It does have a few manufacturing blemishes including bubbles and crazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely Large Ginger Jar for storing cotton wool balls\/make-up pads, for kitchen storage or just for display! It makes a nice addition to a Mason’s Ironstone collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid Diameter ~10.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase diameter 10.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight including lid:- ~23cm (9″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Diameter: approx. 20cm (8″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker’s Mark on The Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMASON’S Transfer Printed Crown \u0026amp; Banner\u003cbr\u003ePatent Ironstone China\u003cbr\u003eMade in England\u003cbr\u003e‘Fruit Basket’\u003cbr\u003ePERMANENT DETERGENT PROOF DECORATION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘MADE IN ENGLAND’ was introduced after 1923. GUARANTEED PERMANENT \u0026amp; ACID RESISTING COLOURS’ was added after 1940, and the crown shape was also subtly changed. PERMANENT DETERGENT PROOF DECORATION was added in the 1950s. This suggests that the ginger jar dates to approximately the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following links for more \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-pottery-mason\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMason’s Ironstone\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-jugs-vases-ginger-jars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinger Jars.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome History For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles James Mason registered the patent name ‘IRONSTONE’ in 1813 for the ‘Improvement of the Manufacture of English Porcelain, IRONSTONE PATENT CHINA:’ Patent number 3724. The name was soon adopted by competitors, whom were using similar materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to popular belief, Ironstone does not contain iron. Its name is derived from its ‘iron-like’ strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIronstone is an earthenware vitreous pottery with stoneware appearance and properties and was mass produced as a cheaper alternative to porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Masons Ironstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37244501983381,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/1950s_Masons_Ironstone_Fruit_Basket_Ginger_Jar.jpg?v=1728975952"},{"product_id":"vintage-mason-s-manchu-blue-ironstone-sandwich-plate","title":"Vintage Mason’s Manchu Blue Ironstone Sandwich Plate","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product_title entry-title\"\u003eVintage Mason’s Manchu Blue Ironstone Sandwich Plate\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Vintage Mason’s Manchu Blue Ironstone Sandwich Plate would make a lovely display item. Comprises cream ironstone, transfer printed with the \u003cem\u003eManchu Blue \u003c\/em\u003epattern, which is a deep blue. There is a finger hole each side of the tray for ease of carrying. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker’s Mark on The Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMASON’S\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatent Ironstone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManchu\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePermanent Detergent Proof Decoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘MADE IN ENGLAND’ was introduced after 1923. GUARANTEED PERMANENT \u0026amp; ACID RESISTING COLOURS’ was added after 1940, and the crown shape was also subtly changed. This suggests that the plate dates to approximately the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 28cm (11″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 13.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 2cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good vintage condition with no cracks, chips or restoration, with a few manufacturing blemishes including bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely little miniature cake plate or sandwich\/bread and butter plate for afternoon tea for two or just for display! It makes a nice addition to a Mason’s Ironstone collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following links for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-pottery-mason\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMasons Ironstone\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-pottery-blue-and-white-pottery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eblue and white pottery.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome History For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles James Mason registered the patent name ‘IRONSTONE’ in 1813 for the ‘Improvement of the Manufacture of English Porcelain, IRONSTONE PATENT CHINA:’ Patent number 3724. The name was soon adopted by competitors, whom were using similar materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to popular belief, Ironstone does not contain iron. Its name is derived from its ‘iron-like’ strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIronstone is an earthenware vitreous pottery with stoneware appearance and properties and was mass produced as a cheaper alternative to porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masons Ironstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37620161773717,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC02281_06816b79-5b4d-43d8-b53c-40f84a0be1bd.jpg?v=1607875991"},{"product_id":"vintage-masons-manchu-blue-ironstone-ginger-jar","title":"Vintage Masons Manchu Blue Ironstone Ginger Jar","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product_title entry-title\"\u003eVintage Masons Manchu Blue Ironstone Ginger Jar\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Vintage Masons Manchu Blue Ironstone Ginger Jar would make a lovely display item. Comprises cream ironstone, transfer printed on two sides and the lid with the \u003cem\u003eManchu Blue \u003c\/em\u003epattern, which is a deep blue. The pottery colour is closest to that seen on the photos of the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker’s Mark on The Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMASON’S\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatent Ironstone\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade in England\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘MADE IN ENGLAND’ was introduced after 1923. GUARANTEED PERMANENT \u0026amp; ACID RESISTING COLOURS’ was added after 1940, and the crown shape was also subtly changed. This suggests that the ginger jar dates to approximately the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid Diameter ~8.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase diameter 6.7cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight including lid:- ~13cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Diameter: ~ 11.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good vintage condition with no cracks, chips or restoration, with a few manufacturing blemishes including bubbles. The transfer printing on the sides of the jar is slightly blurred and gives it the appearance of flow blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely little Ginger Jar for storing cotton wool balls\/make-up pads, for kitchen storage e.t.c. or just for display! It makes a nice addition to a Mason’s Ironstone collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following links for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-jugs-vases-ginger-jars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGinger Jars\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-pottery-mason\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMason's Ironstone\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-pottery-blue-and-white-pottery\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBlue and White Pottery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNB: Accessories shown in the images are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome History For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles James Mason registered the patent name ‘IRONSTONE’ in 1813 for the ‘Improvement of the Manufacture of English Porcelain, IRONSTONE PATENT CHINA:’ Patent number 3724. The name was soon adopted by competitors, whom were using similar materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to popular belief, Ironstone does not contain iron. Its name is derived from its ‘iron-like’ strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIronstone is an earthenware vitreous pottery with stoneware appearance and properties and was mass produced as a cheaper alternative to porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masons Ironstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54788569956727,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/Vintage_Masons_Manchu_Blue_Ironstone_Ginger_Jar.jpg?v=1732711748"},{"product_id":"1920s-masons-ironstone-watteau-brown-two-handled-serving-dish","title":"1920s Mason's Ironstone Watteau Brown Two Handled Serving Dish","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1920s Mason's Ironstone Watteau Brown Two Handled Serving Dish\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a beautiful Vintage Pottery 1920s Mason’s Ironstone \u003cem\u003eWatteau\u003c\/em\u003e Brown Two Handled Serving Dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown Transferware in pretty good condition with no chips, cracks or restoration and a small amount of crazing. However, it does have several manufacturing defects, including; bubbles, glazing marks, black spots in the pottery, and orange peel. These defects have been present since the dish was first made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Maximum Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase Length: 15cm (6″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase Width: 10cm (4″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop Length: 26.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop Width: 17cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 5.2cm (2″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for any formal dining table or just for display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBack Mark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransfer printed crown and banner, England and pattern name ‘Watteau.’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mark is after 1920. ‘MADE IN ENGLAND’ was introduced after 1923\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following links for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-pottery-mason\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMason’s Ironstone \u003c\/a\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/kitchenalia-vintage-kitchenware\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ekitchenware\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNB:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accessories shown are for photographic purposes only and are not included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masons Ironstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54900326203767,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC00605_3771d07e-af43-4a6c-b477-57e7d4bbc4a0.jpg?v=1739446926"},{"product_id":"1940s-masons-ironstone-strathmore-c4792-octagonal-fruit-bowl","title":"1940s Masons Ironstone Strathmore C4792 Octagonal Fruit Bowl","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1940s Masons Ironstone Strathmore C4792 Octagonal Fruit Bowl\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large, 8.5 inch diameter, 1940s Masons Ironstone Strathmore C4792 Octagonal Fruit Bowl would make a lovely display item. Comprises cream ironstone, transfer printed with the \u003cem\u003eStrathmore\u003c\/em\u003e pattern: blue and pink garlands of flowers both inside and outside the bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good vintage condition with no cracks, chips or restoration. It does have a few manufacturing blemishes including bubbles and crazing, and there is a light brown staining inside the bowl: (see photos, taken with and without flash, of the inner base). The price has been adjusted as a consequence of the staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely fruit\/salad bowl for daily use in the kitchen. It makes a nice addition to a Mason’s Ironstone collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase diameter: 12cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: ~11cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Diameter: approx. 21.5cm (8.5″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker’s Mark on The Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMASON’S Transfer Printed Crown \u0026amp; Banner\u003cbr\u003ePatent Ironstone China\u003cbr\u003eEngland\u003cbr\u003e‘Strathmore’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGUARANTEED PERMANENT \u0026amp; ACID RESISTING COLOURS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘MADE IN ENGLAND’ was introduced after 1923. GUARANTEED PERMANENT \u0026amp; ACID RESISTING COLOURS’ was added after 1940, and the crown shape was also subtly changed. PERMANENT DETERGENT PROOF DECORATION was added in the 1950s. This suggests that the bowl dates to approximately the 1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following links for more \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-pottery-mason\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMason’s Ironstone\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/general-kitchenware\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKitchenware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome History For You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles James Mason registered the patent name ‘IRONSTONE’ in 1813 for the ‘Improvement of the Manufacture of English Porcelain, IRONSTONE PATENT CHINA:’ Patent number 3724. The name was soon adopted by competitors, who were using similar materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to popular belief, Ironstone does not contain iron. Its name is derived from its ‘iron-like’ strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIronstone is an earthenware vitreous pottery with stoneware appearance and properties and was mass produced as a cheaper alternative to porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masons Ironstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57051955429751,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/1940s_Masons_Ironstone_Strathmore_C4792_Octagonal_Fruit_Bowl.jpg?v=1739789526"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/collections\/DSC05884.jpg?v=1728976030","url":"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/en-us\/collections\/masons-ironstone.oembed","provider":"Mullard Antiques and Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}