King George V and Queen Mary Silver Jubilee Commemorative Mug
ManufacturerManufactured by
Royal Winton
(Stoke-on-Trent, England, founded 1885)
AssociatedAssociated with
King George V
(Marlborough House, London, England, 1865 - 1936)
AssociatedAssociated with
Queen Mary
(Kensington Palace, London, England, 1867 - 1953)
Date1935
Object NameMug
Mediumearthenware
ClassificationsCeramics
Dimensions10 × 8cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2002 by Mrs Jane Massie.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS082063
About MeRoyal Winton was one of the trade names used by Grimwades Ltd. of Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent. Like many other manufacturers they produced commemorative souvenir wares using bought-in lithographs to decorate the cheaply produced earthenware items.More About Me
Royal memorabilia commemorating events of the monarchy became popular during the Victorian era when the British grew affection towards the long-reigning queen.
