Can you help

by Essie
(Bribie Island)

Japanese trademark crown with feathers pottery mark:- Hi...I've been trying everywhere to get some idea on the maker and age of this tea set...any help will be greatly appreciated

Kind Regards
Essie
Bribie Island
Australia

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comment by Peter (admin)

Hi Essie

Please take a clear close up shot of the pottery mark and upload. I can't quite make it out on your photo.

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It assists me if visitors were to upload a clear picture of the back pottery marks as well as the item itself. The technology does not yet allow two photos at once. In other words the form only allows for one photo at a time - but it is a simple job to upload a second photo once the first form has been completed.

Other visitors please note

Best regards

Peter (admin)

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Reply by Peter - having seen the close up of the mark.

Hi again Essie

I used special technology to upgrade and enhance the image, but unfortunately, I am none the wiser. Seeing that it is a Japanese mark, I can refer you to Gotheborg.com who are the specialists in identifying Oriental marks (see link below). Feel free to use my enhanced image as long as you tell them who sent you!

The earliest mark with the word 'Japan' written on the backstamp has been dated to 1921, so this gives your first clue as to age. Anytime after the 1920's right through to probably the 1950's or 60's.

Hopefully Gotheborg can tell you more.

Please report back here when you know (use the 'comments' link below).

Best regards

Peter (admin)

p.s. The following page is a 'must see' if you are researching fine china - for value and identification:-

Researching the identity and value of antique and vintage fine china.