Jug commemorating the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria
E. Brain & Co. Ltd
Category
Ceramics
Date
1897
Materials
Ceramic
Measurements
95 mm (Height)
Place of origin
Fenton
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Arlington Court, Devon
NT 985431.4
Summary
A jug with fluted edge, part of a five piece set. Full-colour transfer of the Royal Arms with the motto 'LONG VICTORIA LIVE' (Dates). Arching over the top is written 'LONGEST AND MOST GLORIOUS REIGN'. 'SIXTY and 'YEARS' are written on either side of the crown. Made to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1897. Queen Victoria's (1819-1901) Diamond Jubilee in 1897 marked 60 years since her accession to the throne. It was the first time a diamond jubilee had been celebrated for any British monarch.
Makers and roles
E. Brain & Co. Ltd, potter