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William Bennett (Hanley) Ltd mark: Guaranteed to conform to GOVT standards to prevent lead poisoning. William Bennett Hanley, c. 1899–1922
Mark details
- Period
- c. 1899–1922
- Wording
- Guaranteed to conform to GOVT standards to prevent lead poisoning. William Bennett Hanley
- Material
- earthenware
- Place
- Hanley, England
Dating cue
The source dates this mark approximately 1899–1922.
Notes
The mark advertises conformity to government standards intended to prevent lead poisoning. The source notes that the example is a wash bowl.
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c. 1922–1937
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1930–1937
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c. 1930–1939
William Bennett (Hanley) Ltd England Mabel V Hodgkiss
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