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Royal Doulton
Toby Character Mugs |
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This Royal Doulton Toby Character mug "Owd Mac", No. 821265, measures about 3.25 inches tall by 4 inches wide. There's a small number "14" to the right of the crown on the Royal Doulton mark on the bottom. This number added to the year 1927 gives us the precise year of manufacture of a particular piece - 1941. There's also a hand written "911" to the right of this. This could be the precise month and day. A song by Sir Harry Lauder, a 20th-century singer and comedian, called "Bang Went Sixpence." inspired this piece. In it a Scotsman named Mac found the prices too high in London because every time he made a move, "bang went sixpence," which is incised on the back of his tam, below "Auld Mac." Like all the other items listed here Owd Mac is in Excellent Condition. Very fit for his age.
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Royal Doulton Toby Character Mug
"Owd Mac" $80 |
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Ultra Rare Original Royal Doulton Tiny Toby
~ John Peel ~ $175 |
The 12 original Royal Doulton Tiny Tobies were modeled by Charles Noke & Harry Fenton between 1940-1960. Many others followed later. They measure only 1.25 inches high. This is one of the most rare. This is the John Peel Tiny Character Jug, D6259 (dark grey hat; maroon coat; dark blue bow tie; grey riding crop). Designed by Harry Fenton. Series: Tinies, issued 1947 - 1960. John Peel (1776 -1854) was a famous English huntsman, known for his enthusiasm, skill and hospitality. Fond of drink, he hosted large, popular, post-hunt celebrations. Peel has been immortalized in the song "D'ye ken John Peel," written by John Woodcock Graves. In Excellent Condition this wee little mug sells online for between $200 and $250. He's yours here for just $175.
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