A wonderful piece of Canadiana - original York University dining hall restaurant ware from the 1960s era.
Heavy-duty white ironstone cup and saucer with burgundy pinstripe and the York University coat of arms - two lions above a white rose, topped with maple leaf crest and motto TENTANDA VIA ("The way must be tried").
This is true cafeteria / hotelware, made in England for university food service - by Grindley Hotelware Co. England - built to last with a thick, chunky diner mug profile and scalloped saucer. Perfect for the York alum or anyone who loves institutional crest china.
Details:
• Era: c. 1960s
• Maker: English Hotelware (marked Grindley vitrified china)
• Color: Creamy white with maroon / oxblood crest and stripe
• Cup: Approx 3" tall x 3.75" wide - standard 8oz diner cup
• Saucer: Approx 5.75" diameter with fluted edge
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. Light utensil wear consistent with age and use. Gloss is still beautiful.