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Pair Vtg 1940s Carr China Co Grafton W VA Restaurant Ware Coffee Mug Cup White
📋 Item Specifics / Details
* Brand: Carr China Co.
* Pattern: Solid White
* Type: Coffee Mug Set / Cups
* Number of Items in Set: 2
* Style: Mid-Century Modern / Diner Restaurant Ware
* Material: Vitrified China / Ceramic
* Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
* Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949
* Country/Region of Manufacture: United States (Grafton, West Virginia)
* Condition: Used (Vintage)
**Vintage 1940s Carr China Co. Restaurant Ware Coffee Cups / Mugs - Matching Pair (2)**
Up for sale is a beautiful matching pair of authentic American diner history! These heavy-duty, vitrified china coffee cups were manufactured by the renowned Carr China Company in Grafton, West Virginia during the 1940s.
Carr China is highly collectible, as the factory closed its doors permanently in 1953. This matching set is perfect for vintage diner enthusiasts, mid-century kitchen decor, or replacing missing pieces in an existing collection.
**Backstamp / Maker's Mark Details:**
* **Cup 1:** Features a crisp ink stamp reading: "CARR CHINA CO. GRAFTON, W. VA." with the "48" date code, indicating a 1948 production year.
* **Cup 2:** Features the exact same matching manufacturer layout stamp without a specific numeric date code (a common factory variation during this era).
**Features & Details:**
* **Era:** 1940s (Vintage Mid-Century)
* **Color:** Solid White / Off-White
* **Design:** Classic thick-walled, heavy-weight restaurant ware designed to hold heat and withstand industrial use. Features comfortable, sturdy loop handles.
**Condition:**
Excellent vintage pre-owned condition. The glossy glaze remains bright and reflective on both mugs. There are no major cracks or heavy structural damage visible. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to assess the exact cosmetic condition, minor surface wear, or factory glaze pops/imperfections common with utility restaurant ware of this age.
*Comes from a smoke-free home. Packed securely with professional padding to ensure safe transit!*
