{"product_id":"runcorn-widnes-transporter-bridge-1925-king-george-v-commemorative-cup-saucer","title":"Runcorn–Widnes Transporter Bridge 1925 King George V Commemorative Cup \u0026 Saucer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA beautifully preserved piece of Cheshire history.\u003c\/strong\u003e This early 20th‑century commemorative cup and saucer celebrates the moment \u003cstrong\u003eKing George V crossed the Runcorn–Widnes Transporter Bridge in July 1925\u003c\/strong\u003e — a landmark royal visit to one of Britain’s most impressive engineering achievements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt in 1905 and demolished in 1961, the Transporter Bridge once stood as the largest of its kind in the world. Today, only photographs and rare commemorative pieces like this remain. The detailed illustration captures the bridge in its prime, bordered with elegant gold trim that has survived remarkably well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe base stamp reads \u003cstrong\u003e“Made in England for E. Palmer, 5 Regent St, Runcorn”\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming this as authentic local commemorative ware produced exclusively for a Runcorn retailer. These pieces were made in small quantities and are now increasingly hard to find — especially in matching sets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful addition for collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eroyal memorabilia\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elocal Cheshire history\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eindustrial heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e, or anyone who loves meaningful vintage ceramics with a story to tell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCup height: approx. 3 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaucer diameter: approx. 5.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition with light age‑related wear. The illustration and gold detailing remain clear and bright. The cup interior shows minor speckling typical of early ceramics. No cracks or structural damage. Saucer is clean with no chips. Base stamp is fully legible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease see all photos for full details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lillis Place","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56328775205249,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/5500\/3521\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-28191612.png?v=1790619589","url":"https:\/\/lillisplace.co.uk\/products\/runcorn-widnes-transporter-bridge-1925-king-george-v-commemorative-cup-saucer","provider":"Lillis Place","version":"1.0","type":"link"}