Lion and Griffin maker's mark with Stafford knot by: Terry Gorton
There is another clue.
The mark appears to have been inspired by the Staffordshire County Council armorial. The site www.civicheraldry.co.uk shows the arms very clearly. This armorial was obsoleted when several counties combined in the mid-'70s, and new arms granted.
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Peter (admin) says:- Nice one Terry! Thanks for your emails too. I see what you mean now. Yes, the Japanese companies in this era were known for making marks which impersonated English pottery marks. That's why it make this obsure one so difficult to pinpoint - and without the help of our visitors we may not have been able to do it. I make that we are better than Kovel's and Godden's combined!! Great resource, thanks to all those who contributed to this one.
Lady in Pink Dress cookie jar by: Gary
Hi, I have two Tobyjug like pitchers or steins that also have the very same mark or crest on the bottom. I'm very pleased to see someone else with these markings. Now I too have somewhere to start. Thanks so much for sharing your (cookie jar) as I have had these mugs for 20 years.
the A A Importing company by: Peter (admin)
I got some info on the A A Importing company. Their website says they specialise in antique reproductions. Perhaps someone based in the US could call and ask about the country of origin. Is it Germany or Far East, or both.
AA Importing CO 7700 Hall Street Saint Louis, MO 63147 (314)383-8800 Importers
