Adams china was made by William Adams and Sons of Staffordshire, England. The firm was founded in 1769 and became part of the Wedgwood Group in 1966. Marked Adams and England on verso. Cobalt blue biscuit barrel, with silver handle and silver lid. Scenes of Arcadia in white. Measures apprx 5-1/2" x 6". Biscuit barrels were used in Victorian England and later in America to keep biscuits fresh and flavorful for the meal.
150/250 Sold $218.50
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