Gravy Boat / Saucière, J&G Meakin, Lucerne Green, Ironstone, Vintage

• Pattern: Vintage Meakin Gravy Boat / Sauciere, Lucerne, Green & White Ironstone
• Made in England 
• Vintage: 1962 - 1970
• Details:  Lovely green and white ironstone gravy boat by J&G Meakin.  It is in their "Lucerne" pattern which consists of white ironstone with a simple band of green tulips , leaves and swirls.  It is stamped on the bottom: "J&G Meakin, England, Classic White, Lucerne".  Based on this stamp we were able to date this piece to 1962, however, some literature states the Classic White collection started in 1963, so do  little more research if the exact date is important to you.  Wonderful piece to add to your Spring and Summer table and buffet settings.
• Material:  Ironstone
• Dimensions:  8.0 inches Long, (spout to handle), 4.25 inches Tall (at its tallest point)
• Condition:  Vintage - Used.  Excellent Vintage Condition.  There are no scratches, chips or other damage.  Please review all pictures and make sure you love this item before purchasing, we can't accept returns.  Please remember these are VINTAGE and ANTIQUE items, they are NOT new, every effort has been made to show any scratches, wear and tear and imperfections. 

J. & G. Meakin was an English pottery manufacturing company founded in 1851 and based in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire.  Two brothers, James and George, took over their father's (James Sr.), pottery that was on Cannon St., but stayed only one year at Cannon St before moving the factory to Market St where they stayed for 7 years.  In 1859 they completed a new building with advanced equipment and cutting edge technology and relocated to the now famous Eagle Pottery.  In 1887 J & G purchased the Eastwood Pottery from brother Charles Meakin, becoming the largest potting company in Britain, manufacturing wares primarily for export to the US and British Empire Colonies.  Meakins remained a family owned business for over 100 years.  In 1968 they took over the Midwinter Pottery.  In 1970 they were taken over by the Wedgwood group.  The Eagle Pottery closed in 2004 when production was transferred overseas.