Is Adams China valuable?
Although Adams has since closed, the products remain highly valued. For more than three centuries, the Adams name has been associated with durability, value, and exception craftsmanship.
What is Micratex?
‘MICRATEX’ is the name for a extra string ware introduced in 1963. printed mark c.1966+ Marks used after Adams became part of the Wedgwood group. 1966+ printed mark of 1978.
What is Calyx Ware?
Calyx Ware was produced from 1921 until the late 1930s by a pottery in Perth, Western Australia, originally named Calyx Porcelain and Paint Company, but undergoing several name changes. The range was mainly functional items, often decorated with Australian themes.
Is William Adams Pottery still in business?
William Adams and Company, with large potteries in Tunstall was managed by members who were the 11th and 12th generations in direct descent from the original 17th century Adams of Burslem. Whilst there is no longer an Adams pottery, some of their designs are still produced with their backstamp under the Wedgwood Group name.
What kind of pottery was made in Staffordshire?
The three cousins made the standard kinds of Staffordshire pottery from Queensware to ordinary earthenware, transfer decorated in blue and other colours. William Adams (1) of Greengate and William Adams (4) are a special interest to collectors. The former made jasperware that equalled that of Wedgwood.
Who were the Adams family of potters?
The Adams Family of Potters. The Adams family had potteries in Staffordshire as early as 1650. At that date two brothers, William and Thomas had separate ventures in Burslem. Such family activity continued for many years.
Who made Greengate pottery?
William (1) was succeeded by his son Benjamin who was not too successful commercially. Benjamin sold the Greengate pottery in 1820. It then passed from family control until repurchased by William Adams (4) to expand his production. It became a unit of William Adams and Company, Tunstall.
