DETAILS
Modelled as a cheerful man wearing a black tricorn hat, red coat, white and gold polka dot bow tie and liquor barrel side handle. The Mine Host was the precursor to a pub owner who would hang a pine bough on the door of his home to let travellers know that refreshments were available inside. Model: D6468. Issued: 1958-82.
MAKER
Doulton and Company (Burslem, Staffordshire & Lambeth, London, England, 1853-present) | Designer: Max Henk
MARKS
Black backstamp: Royal Doulton logo / Made in England / Mine Host / D 6468 / Copr 1957 / Doulton & Co Limited / Rd No 886230 / Rd No 37212 / Rd No 7854 / Rd No 389/57.
DATE
1958-82
DIMENSIONS
Width 8 Depth 6 Height 7.25 inches