Wedgwood Lincoln Cathedral Mug – 900th Anniversary Commemorative, Queen’s Ware, England 1972

Original Wedgwood commemorative mug produced in 1972 to mark the 900th anniversary of Lincoln Cathedral (1072–1972). Rendered in Wedgwood’s classic cream-coloured Queen’s Ware, the mug features detailed architectural line illustrations of Lincoln Cathedral, including the East and West Fronts and towers.

Produced at Wedgwood’s historic Etruria works in Barlaston, England, and commissioned by Francis Sinclair Ltd of Doncaster, this piece reflects Wedgwood’s long tradition of commemorative ceramics celebrating major historic and cultural milestones.

Maker

Wedgwood
Etruria, Barlaston, England

Marked to base:
“Wedgwood of Etruria, Made in England, Lincoln Cathedral Mug, 900th Anniversary 1072–1972”

Date

1972

Material

Queen’s Ware (fine cream earthenware)

Dimensions

• Height: approx. 10 cm

• Diameter: approx. 8 cm

Condition

Very good vintage condition

• No cracks or chips

• Minor age-related wear to base rim
  

Features

• Authentic Wedgwood production

• Queen’s Ware cream earthenware

• Detailed cathedral architectural illustration

• Fully marked base
  

• Historic anniversary issue

Collector Notes

Wedgwood commemorative mugs from the Etruria works remain popular with collectors of English ceramics, cathedral memorabilia, and Wedgwood Queen’s Ware. 

Shipping

Carefully packed and shipped Australia-wide.
Local pickup available from Northam Secondhand.