Description
This is an English biscuit tin I bought at an estate sale. The metal ring around the top is etched with EPMS, Made in England. My guess is that it's early 20th century, but I'm hoping to be able to pinpoint the time frame a little better. Any information would be most appreciated.
Category
Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium
Porcelain
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
11 inches tall
Date Period
Early 20th century
Price Paid (If known)
$25
For Sale?
No
Photos
Re: English Biscuit Jar
Hello, I'm no expert but looks very like biscuit jars from late 19th century, and the stamp isn't etched with EPMS, , its EPNS, which stand for electro plated nickel silver. Alot of this EPNS was produced in Birmingham and Sheffield. Hope this helps you on your search for an answer.
Re: English Biscuit Jar
Thank you Keith. The EMPS was a typo on my part, sorry! Thanks for the information. It will help me with my search!
Holly
Re: English Biscuit Jar
Items marked "Made In" before the country of origin tend to post date the early 1920's in most cases, as does this one. Many like these tend to date from the early 1920's to just before World War 2 in 1939. What you paid is about what they go for at auction.