Ridgway China Appraisal

Queen Anne Bone China Teacup by Ridgway Potteries Ltd.

The item is identified as a teacup or coffee cup, specifically a piece of 'Queen Anne' bone china. It is made from fine bone china, indicating a higher quality and delicate feel. The primary color of the cup is white, suggesting it is part of a larger pattern that may include decorative elements not fully visible in the provided image (though the side of the cup does show some subtle coloring). The construction appears to be standard for a teacup, with a rounded body and a C-shaped handle. A key distinguishing feature is the manufacturer's mark on the base. It clearly states "BONE CHINA," followed by "C.N.B." and "Queen Anne®" in an elegant red script, surrounded by a black royal crown motif. Below this, it reads "MADE IN ENGLAND" and "A PRODUCT OF RIDGWAY POTTER'S LTD." There's also a faint stamped or handwritten number "8040" which could be a pattern number or internal manufacturing code. The base shows some minor dirt or residue, which is superficial and indicates light use or storage wear. There are no visible chips, cracks, or significant damage to the body or rim of the cup from the visible angles. The glaze appears intact and glossy. The general appearance suggests a mid-20th century to early 21st-century production, typical of English bone china manufacturers. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, typical of Ridgway Potteries who produced various lines of domestic ware. A green sticker with "$0.25" and "Housewares" indicates it was likely acquired from a thrift store or second-hand vendor at a very low price.