THIS cup and saucer set is one of several pieces we found in a very large estate sale. It was one of the most comprehensive personal tea cup collections we'd ever seen, with many of the items from potters we've not before heard of. This one, "ENGLISH CASTLE", is somewhat basic in its decoration, but still a wonderful example of the benchmark quality of fine English bone china. The cup & saucer both display a bright green leafy vine about 1/4" from the edge - simple but nicely done, possibly by hand (the leaves do not appear to repeat); and are then capped with GOLD trim on the outermost edge. This is still fully intact with no sign of wear. This set appears to be almost perfect, without chips, cracks or crazing; and not even evidence of scuffing.

     Simple though they may be, they are certainly RARE, as we have not found this pattern anywhere. This pair will truly be a prized addition to any set or collection! A wonderful gift idea for that collector in the family.