Antique King George V Coronation 1911 Royal Collectors Mug

A fine commemorative mug produced for the Coronation of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Decorated with regal motifs and crest‑style designs, it captures the pageantry of the early Georgian era and the optimism of pre‑war Britain. A distinguished piece of royal memorabilia for collectors of Edwardian and early 20th‑century ceramics.

Condition: This mug has wear commensurate with age, as shown in the pictures, consistent with a well‑kept 1911 example.

The coronation of King George V and Queen Mary

The coronation of King George V and Queen Mary took place on 22 June 1911 at Westminster Abbey, marking the start of a reign that would oversee profound social and technological change, the First World War, and the interwar years. 

Potteries across England produced commemorative wares—mugs, beakers, plates, and cups—bearing royal portraits, cyphers, and flags, sold affordably so households could join the national celebration.

Pieces from 1911 are prized for their Edwardian design language (floral borders, royal crests, gilded highlights) and for surviving as tangible records of pre‑WWI Britain. Authentic period examples often show gentle surface wear, light crazing, or age‑related patina—signs of originality that many collectors value.