Vintage English Queen Anne 'Terra Nova' Plate

Mid 20th Century/Stoke-on-Trent, England

Queen Anne was a well-known trade name used by Shore & Coggins, a prolific pottery manufacturer operating in the historic Longton district of Stoke-on-Trent, England. The company specialized in producing fine bone china tea sets and decorative tableware, establishing a reputation for quality craftsmanship and charming floral patterns throughout the mid-20th century. Their pieces were widely exported and remain popular among collectors of traditional English ceramics today.

The 'Terra Nova' pattern line represents a specific series produced during the post-war era when British potteries experienced a resurgence in international trade. Backstamps from this period typically featured a crown above the brand name to signify quality and adherence to traditional Staffordshire standards. These decorative plates were often purchased as souvenirs or home decor items, designed to be displayed on walls using adjustable spring wire hangers.