Posted 8 years ago
live.eclec…
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I found this at auction today and it's in great shape. I also have the matching saucer that was auctioned with it. It came with the original box as well.
Belleek Shamrock Mustache Cup
2nd Black Mark that dates it between 1891 - 1926
Large basket weave pattern
The shamrocks extend from the handle on the left and right sides with three leaves each.
On the left, the closest three have two light green and one dark green leaf; the furthest two have two dark green and one light green leaf.
On the right, the closest three have two dark green and one light green leaf; the furthest two have two light green and one dark green leaf.
The handle is brown with a yellowish band winding around it.
The bottom is rough while the body is glazed.
All measurements approximate.
Height: 2-1/2"
Diameter to handle: 4-1/8"
Diameter to mustache: 4-5/16"