Antique J. & G. Meakin Ironstone Tea Leaf Saucer 6.25” H. Burgess Victorian

Antique J. & G. Meakin Ironstone China Tea Leaf saucer measuring approximately 6.25 inches in diameter.  This beautiful Victorian-era piece features the classic Tea Leaf design with a warm metallic copper lustre floral motif and matching copper lustre rim. The underside bears the Royal Arms backstamp reading “Ironstone China” and “H. Burgess,” identifying it as an early J. & G. Meakin ironstone piece produced for H. Burgess.  The saucer dates to the late 19th century, likely the 1880s to early 1890s, before “England” was routinely added to export backstamps.  Condition:  * Very good antique condition. * No cracks or repairs observed. * Typical age-related wear consistent with over 130 years of use. * Original kiln stilt marks are present on the underside from the manufacturing process and are not damage. * Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.  A wonderful addition to a Victorian Tea Leaf collection or a great replacement piece for an existing set.  Measurements:  * Diameter: Approximately 6.25 inches (15.9 cm)  Keywords: Antique Ironstone, Tea Leaf, Copper Lustre, Copper Luster, J & G Meakin, H. Burgess, Victorian, English Pottery, Staffordshire, Brown Transferware, Saucer, Bread Plate, Collectible China