Housewares Appraisal

Signatures Housewares Incorporated Fine China 'Golden Traditions' Teacup and Saucer

This item is a single teacup and matching saucer from the 'Golden Traditions China' pattern manufactured by Signatures Housewares Incorporated. The set is made of fine white china, exhibiting a classic and elegant design. The teacup features a clean, simple rounded body with a delicate C-shaped handle. Its rim is adorned with a prominent band of gold, approximately 3-4mm wide, and a thinner gold line, about 1mm wide, positioned just below the main band, encircling the cup's body. A third, even finer gold pinstripe runs horizontally around the middle of the cup's exterior. The saucer is circular with a subtly raised edge, also finished with a gold band matching the wider one on the teacup's rim. Another thin gold pinstripe is visible closer to the center of the saucer, mirroring the style on the cup. The fine china construction suggests a delicate yet durable quality, characteristic of good porcelain. No significant visible condition issues such as chips, cracks, or extensive wear to the gold detailing are apparent from the image. The surfaces appear smooth and glossy, indicative of well-maintained or lightly used pieces. The presence of gold accents suggests a more formal or traditional style period, likely mid-to-late 20th century, though without a manufacturer's mark visible, a precise age is difficult to ascertain. The overall aesthetic points to craftsmanship designed for aesthetic appeal and functional use in a dining or serving context.