Vintage Portmeirion Botanic Garden Drum Coffee Cup, 1970s English Pottery Mug

Discover the timeless charm of the English countryside with these beautiful vintage Portmeirion Botanic Garden coffee cups, sold individually. Designed by the legendary Susan Williams-Ellis in the 1970s, each cup features a different, exquisitely detailed botanical illustration, turning your daily coffee into a delightful ritual. This flat-bottomed ‘drum’ shape is a classic piece of Portmeirion design history, perfect for collectors and lovers of vintage style.

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Features:

• Authentic vintage Portmeirion pottery, made in England.
• Part of the iconic “Botanic Garden” collection.
• Classic flat-bottomed “drum” shape coffee cup/can.
• Features intricate illustrations of flowers and butterflies with their Latin names.
• Designs available: Viola Tricolor (Wild Pansy), Myosotis Palustris (Forget-me-not), Cytisus Scoparius (Broom), Lepidotum (Alpine Rose), and Veronica Chamaedrys (Germander Speedwell).

Measurements (Approximate):

• Height: 6.5cm (2.5 inches)
• Diameter: 8.5cm (3.3 inches)

Condition: Presented in very good vintage condition. There are no chips or cracks. As pre-loved items, they show light signs of wear consistent with their age and use, such as minor surface scratches or utensil marks, which do not detract from their beauty or function.

Styling Ideas:

• The perfect size for a flat white, espresso, or a small, strong cup of coffee to start your day.
• Use them on a desk as charming pots for pens, pencils, or small stationery items.
• Create a lovely display on an open kitchen shelf or in a Welsh dresser, mixing and matching the floral designs.

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