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The Burgh of Maxwelltown

Edward VII and Alexandra Coronation mug

Period:
20th Century
Date:
June 1902
Potter:
Royal Doulton
Description:

This mug was issued to celebrate the coronation of Edward VII in June 1902.  The mug is illustrated on one side with two ovals depicting King Edward VII and Alexandra, a lion, unicorn and banner motifs, the other side features the Maxwell stag and tree crest, with motto below.

 

Inscription:

DIEU ET / MON DROIT / CORONATION 1902 / E R VII / CROWNED JUNE 1902 

BURGH OF MAXWELLTOWN / REVIRESCO / John Chicken, Provost

Place of Production:
Nile Street, Burslem, Staffordshire
Materials/Media:
ceramic, earthenware
Dimensions:
height 98mm, diameter (rim) 88mm
Source:
Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura
Accession Number:
DUMFM:2004.17.2
Digital Number:
DMCC008a, DMCC008b
Copyright:
Dumfries & Galloway Council
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