This set of four Royal Doulton toby mugs include the characters The Pearly King, the Beefeater, Othello and the Elephant Trainer. The Pearly King features a polka dot scarf and handle made from buttons and bells. He is dated 1986 and stamped with the signature of Stanley James Taylor. The Beefeater sports a ruffled lace collar and top hat. He is dated 1946. Othello is from the Shakespearean collection. He wears a yellow turban and has a gold earring in his left ear. Othello is dated 1982. The Elephant Trainer is unique in that he was created to commemorate the anniversary of the opening of the Royal Doulton rooms in the United States. This particular mug has been signed in gold on verso of the base, and dated 1989. He also comes with a certificate of authenticity. The Elephant Trainer features a red turban with a jewel in the center. The handle is made from an elephant head and trunk. Each piece is stamped with the Royal Doulton hallmark and each features a serial number. Apprx size of each mug is 5-1/2" x 9-1/2".
100/300 Sold $293.25
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