Minton: marks and value
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Minton was one of the great Victorian potteries, famous for majolica, encaustic tiles and fine bone china.
History
Founded by Thomas Minton in Stoke-on-Trent in 1793. Under Herbert Minton the firm introduced brightly glazed majolica, shown at the Great Exhibition of 1851, and became a leading maker of tiles and art pottery.
How to read the marks and date it
From 1842 Minton used impressed year cyphers — small symbols, one for each year. The impressed name changed from MINTON to MINTONS around 1873. Printed globe marks appear on later wares.
What is valuable
Victorian majolica (especially large or figural pieces), pâte-sur-pâte decoration, Art Nouveau Secessionist ware, and fine painted bone china.
What usually sells for little
Modern tableware such as Haddon Hall and common printed patterns.
Other makers
- Royal Worcester
- Royal Crown Derby
- Wedgwood
- Moorcroft
- Clarice Cliff
- Spode
- Meissen
- Limoges
- Poole Pottery
- Beswick
- Troika
Frequently asked questions
How do I date Minton?
By the impressed year cypher and the form of the name. Upload a clear photo of the base.
Is Minton majolica valuable?
Good examples in sound condition are among the most valuable Victorian ceramics; damage reduces value a lot.