{"product_id":"antique-english-ironstone-butter-pats-set-of-7-j-g-meakin-hanley","title":"Antique English Ironstone Butter Pats | J\u0026G Meakin Hanley (sold individually)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming set of antique English ironstone butter pats by J\u0026amp;G Meakin of Hanley, England. These petite dishes feature softly scalloped rims and a warm creamy white glaze, beautifully aged with light ironstone speckling and subtle crazing that only time can create.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStamped on the reverse “J\u0026amp;G Meakin – Hanley – England – Semi-Porcelain,” these pieces date to the late 19th to early 20th century, when Meakin produced durable tablewares for homes and hotels throughout Britain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally used for serving individual portions of butter at the table, these small dishes are wonderfully versatile today—perfect for butter, jam, olives, salt, or as charming accents on a layered ironstone table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir simple elegance and timeworn character make them a lovely addition to any English farmhouse or French-inspired kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker: J\u0026amp;G Meakin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Hanley, Staffordshire, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra: Late 1800s – early 1900s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Ironstone \/ Semi-Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: 3”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive are in excellent antique condition. Two show age marks and light staining, consistent with over a century of use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sweet and collectible set—perfect for layering into an ironstone stack or adding a touch of history to the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Alcove","offers":[{"title":"Good condition","offer_id":46519074029721,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Slight staining","offer_id":46519074062489,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"More staining","offer_id":46519074095257,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/2151\/6697\/files\/878C899C-75FD-47C8-BDD2-0F4E4E58E88A.jpg?v=1773964015","url":"https:\/\/anniesalcove.com\/products\/antique-english-ironstone-butter-pats-set-of-7-j-g-meakin-hanley","provider":"Annie's Alcove","version":"1.0","type":"link"}