{"product_id":"aynsley-cottage-garden-fine-bone-china-bell-floral-butterfly-hand-bell","title":"Aynsley Cottage Garden Fine Bone China Bell  Floral Butterfly Hand Bell","description":"Beautiful vintage Aynsley Cottage Garden fine bone china hand bell, made in England.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis particular version is catalogued by specialist replacement-china sellers as the Cottage Garden Ridged Bell. It has a wide flared bell-shaped body, subtly ridged or panelled sides and an elegant elongated handle with a shaped top.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe bell is decorated with the classic Cottage Garden pattern, featuring colourful roses, bluebells and other cottage flowers, green foliage and butterflies against a glossy white background.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe original blue and gold Aynsley foil label remains attached to the front. Inside the bell, the original hanging chain and white ceramic clapper are also present.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nChinasearch records the ridged version at approximately 5½ inches tall, while Replacements catalogues the closely corresponding ribbed version at 5¼ inches under piece code BELLM6. Based on these specialist records and the proportions shown in the photographs, this example is best listed as approximately 5½ inches tall.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Cottage Garden collection was produced from approximately 1970 to 2001, although this individual bell does not carry an exact year of manufacture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA charming collectible piece for a dressing table, mantelpiece, shelf or china cabinet. It would also make a thoughtful gift for a collector of Aynsley china, decorative bells or vintage English ceramics.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nItem Details\u003cbr\u003e\nMaker: Aynsley \/ John Aynsley \u0026amp; Sons\u003cbr\u003e\nPattern: Cottage Garden\u003cbr\u003e\nExact specialist description: Ridged Bell\u003cbr\u003e\nAlternative catalogue wording: Ribbed Bell\u003cbr\u003e\nPiece code: BELLM6\u003cbr\u003e\nItem type: Decorative hand bell \/ table bell\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Fine bone china\u003cbr\u003e\nCountry of manufacture: England\u003cbr\u003e\nProduction period: Circa 1970–2001\u003cbr\u003e\nExact date: This individual piece is not dated\u003cbr\u003e\nDecoration: Multicoloured cottage flowers, foliage and butterflies\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate height: 5½ inches\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate bell diameter: 3¼–3½ inches across the opening\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures: Ridged body, elongated handle, internal chain and ceramic clapper\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditional feature: Original blue and gold Aynsley foil label\u003cbr\u003e\nUses: Decorative display, collector’s bell, dressing-table ornament or giftware\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease note that all measurements are approximate. Specialist records vary slightly between 5¼ and 5½ inches, so the item is listed using the closest practical measurement of approximately 5½ inches.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nGood vintage pre-owned condition overall.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nNo obvious chips, cracks or major damage can be seen in the photographs. The internal chain and white ceramic clapper are present.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThere may be light surface marks, minor age-related wear or signs of previous display and handling. The original Aynsley foil label remains attached and shows light age-related wear.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMore Aynsley China\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI have more Aynsley Cottage Garden and vintage fine china available in my shop. Please browse my other pieces here:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nhttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/VintageByThomas?ref=seller-platform-mcnav\u0026amp;section_id=18989900\u0026amp;page=4#items\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis item will be shipped with a tracking number.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe item will be securely packed and shipped within the estimated delivery date. I can ship internationally; however, you will need to select this before purchase, as this will affect the shipping fee.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI operate a standard shipping fee; however, you can select a different delivery option if you would like to pay more.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nYour item will be securely packed using sturdy boxes, paper and bubble wrap. 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