| Vintage ADAMS CHINA Hand Painted Calyx Ware Pattern #2020, Made in England. Each piece is priced individually. Pattern Description: Older, Pink and Purple Flowers on Pale Green background with Mustard Trim. This pattern has unknown dates of production. Made in England. Maker's Marks: These plates have the red printed 'Est 1657-ADAMS-ENGLAND' Adams China Maker's Mark, with 'Calyx Ware' in script below. This mark was used from 1896 into the 20th century, likely being replaced by a new standard mark in 1914. Calyx Ware seems to have become a registered trademark in the early 20th century. Company History: The company, William Adams & Sons (Potters) Ltd. (formerly known as W. Adams; W. Adams & Co; W. Adams & Son) was operating as potters as early as 1769. After being acquired by the Wedgwood Group in 1966, they continued to manufacture ware with the ADAMS name, apparently into the 1990's. Condition: See individual piece descriptions. Heavy crazing exists on many pieces, and the Dinner and Salad Plates show very little of the original mustard colored trim. The center rose decal on the dinner plates are worn away, likely by a dishwasher. A few pieces have cracks or chips and are listed separately. See photos. The details of pieces available in this listing are as follows:
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