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An English tankard style mug designed by Keith Murray for Wedgwood to commemorate the 1937 coronation of King Edward VIII before his abdication.

Wedgwood Commemorative Coronation Mug for King Edward VIII by Keith Murray

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Part Number:717

Material:Ceramic, Pottery, Earthenware
Color:Off-White

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An English tankard style mug designed by New Zealand born architect, potter, and designer, Keith Murray (1892-1981) for Wedgwood. Murray designed this commemorative mug for the 1937 coronation of King Edward VIII which was canceled upon his abdication. Featuring Murray's off-white satin "Moonstone" glaze with ribbed Art Deco details and an applied likeness of the king in profile surmounted by a crown. Full printed marks on the base: TO COMMEMORATE / THE CORONATION / OF HIS MAJESTY / KIND EDWARD VIII / 1937 / WEDGWOOD / MADE IN ENGLAND / Keith Murray. The mug is in very good condition with typical crazing, measuring 4.75 in. height x 3.63 in diameter (at base).