Paragon China began operations in 1899, then known as Star China Star Co.
Very well known, high quality English chinaware production but also Paragon China was very adept at marketing their products far and wide.
Paragon China
Made In England
Circa 1939 ~ 1949 (based on the backstamp)
Tea saucer
Pink background with bouquet of flowers & foliage, this appears to be hand painted
Gold gilding to the outer rim and inner ring where the teacup would stand
Dimensions: 6" diameter (155mm)
CONDITION:
NO cracks
NO crazing
NO fleabites
NO damage to the artwork
Light to medium handling wear has occurred to the outer gold gilded ring, this is only very light. The inner gilded ring is in very good condition
Backstamp text
PARAGON
BY APPOINTMENT TO
HM THE QUEEN & HM QUEEN MARY
FINE BONE CHINA
ENGLAND REGD
The artists markings are also clearly visible, these marks were very important for the factory artist as they were paid based on "per piece" they had worked on.
