Paragon China was introduced by the Star China Co in 1903 and moved to Longton later the same year for expansion. Herbert James Aynsley, John Gerrard Aynsley and William Illingworth were initially partners and Herbert was the son of the famous founder of John Aynsley & Sons and it is here that he had gained all the experience with which to begin Paragon China. In 1930 Paragon China became Paragon China Ltd. In 1960 the firm was taken over by Royal Albert. In 1972 Paragon became part of Royal Doulton. Many of the Paragon China patterns are used by Royal Albert.
The item is an exquisite Paragon China milk jug / creamer and matching open sugar bowl decorated in pattern number X3167 (which we were unable to trace) depicting a band of stunning orange, yellow, brown, green and very soft purple autumn leaves and with prominent gold band as well as gold trim.
The items are stamped underneath Paragon By Appointment to HM The Queen & HM Queen Mary Fine Bone China England Regd. The milk jug is also numbered X3167.
There are no cracks, chips, crazing, or repairs. The items are in excellent vintage condition.
Creamer height: 9.5 cm, Diameter of base: 5.5 cm, Diameter of rim: 6.5 cm
Sugar bowl height: 6.5 cm, Diameter of base: 6 cm, Diameter of rim: 11.5 cm
