Vintage Shelley Violets Tea Cup and Saucer: Vintage English Bone China

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This lovely Shelley set, Violets Pattern, with purple flowers, includes a cup & saucer in Shelley’s iconic Dainty shape. The … Read more This lovely Shelley set, Violets Pattern, with purple flowers, includes a cup & saucer in Shelley’s iconic Dainty shape. The delicate yet durable set is accented with lavender rims and handles.

Cup: 2-3/8" high x 3-1/2" diameter, 6 oz capacity
Saucer: 5-5/8" diameter

The Dainty shape, introduced in the 1940s, is prized for its scalloped edges, graceful curves, and light, refined bone china that gives each piece a near-translucent quality. This elegant set showcases Shelley’s superb craftsmanship and timeless English charm.

Perfect for display, tea service, or gifting, Shelley Bone China is cherished by collectors and tea enthusiasts alike.

In very good condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Minor imperfections, such as a pinhead size dark spot (glaze pimple), can be seen inside the cup, as shown in the photo.

Shelley Potteries of Staffordshire, England, is celebrated for producing some of the finest bone china from the late 19th through mid-20th centuries. Their lightweight porcelain, distinctive floral patterns, and elegant forms have made Shelley one of the most collectible names in English china.

A beautiful addition to any Shelley, English bone china, or vintage tea set collection. See less