VINTAGE FINE BONE CHINA SHELLEY ENGLAND BLUE DAISY PATTERN TEA CUP & SAUCER

Famous for the manufacturing of fine china and earthenware, the Shelley factory sadly no longer exists, but its name and production legacy lives on. Shelley pottery really took off and increased in popularity after the war years, becoming especially known for its fashionable tea ware.

The history of Shelley pottery dates back to the 1870s, when it was originally named Wileman & Co, followed by The Foley Potteries, before the final use of popular name ‘Shelley’ was confirmed in the 1900s and Percy Shelley adopted the Shelley name as a trademark.

In 1965, Shelley became part of Allied English Potteries (A.E.P) and the production of Shelley ware was stopped. Sadly, all the factories were destroyed, and the only remaining legacy is the outstanding quality of the Shelley range.

The Teacup and saucer shown above is infact made by the Shelley company and produced in the 1930s. Great condition! I’m