John Taylors Auctioneers hosted a noteworthy sale of Military Crested China on the 8th October 2024, attracting collectors of crested china with a special focus on military-themed pieces featuring Lincolnshire-related crests. The auction highlighted the enduring appeal of crested china—a collectible pottery tradition popularized in the late 19th and early […]
Crested China Price Guide
The Crested China Price Guide is an essential tool for collectors seeking to understand the value of their heraldic souvenir ware. This category provides up-to-date pricing information on a wide variety of crested china items, from rare, highly sought-after pieces by William Henry Goss to more common yet charming examples from Arcadian and Carlton. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply curious about your collection, this guide helps navigate the fluctuating market and provides insights into factors that influence pricing, such as rarity, condition, and historical significance.
Arcadian Mills Bomb Hand Grenade crested for Whitley Bay
This Great War Arcadian Mills Bomb hand grenade, crested with the arms of Whitley Bay, is a unique and poignant piece of wartime memorabilia. Made by Arcadian China, it replicates the iconic British ‘Mills Bomb’ grenade, used by soldiers during World War I. The addition of Whitley Bay’s town crest […]
Grafton China Over the Top crested for Cleethorpes
A poignant reminder of the First World War, this Grafton China ‘Over the Top’ crested souvenir bears the coat of arms for Cleethorpes and commemorates the bravery of soldiers who fought in the Great War. Sold on 30 June 2018 for £120 at Fieldings Auctioneers in Stourbridge, West Midlands, this […]