Royal Mail Staffordshire England Ironstone Gravy Boat Platter

Vintage Royal Mail Staffordshire England Ironstone pieces often feature illustrations of historic scenes. Produced in Staffordshire, England, known for its extensive background in pottery and ceramics, the "Royal Mail" pattern typically showcases horse-drawn carriages and figures, evoking a sense of nostalgia for past transportation methods. These items were created using a transferware method, in which an engraved image is transferred onto the ceramic surface, resulting in a detailed and complex design. This small platter is in excellent condition and would be ideal for storing keys, loose change, or for use in a vignette.