Key Details:
• Maker: Merry China / AGC China / Rosy China
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Era: Circa 1950s–1960s (post-war Japanese export period)
• Material: Fine porcelain with gilt detailing
• Decoration: Romantic rose motifs, gold filigree, scalloped edges and gilt handles
• Set Includes:
• 7 × Teacups
• 7 × Matching saucers
• 1 × Additional spare saucer
• 1 × Teapot with lid
• 1 × Sugar bowl with lid
• 1 × Creamer / milk jug
• Base Marks:
• “Merry China – Japan”
• “AGC China – Japan”
• “Rosy China – Finest Quality – Japan”
• Type: Vintage tea service / afternoon tea set
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Mini Story
This elegant vintage tea service dates to Japan’s prolific post-war export era of the 1950s–60s, a time when beautifully decorated porcelain was produced for Western homes and formal entertaining.
Featuring classic rose imagery, ornate gilt detailing and softly scalloped forms, the set includes pieces marked Merry China, AGC China, and Rosy China. Mixed factory marks are commonly found in Japanese export services of this era, where compatible patterns were produced across multiple manufacturers for overseas distribution.
A cohesive, display-worthy vintage tea set with the bonus of an extra saucer — perfect for collectors, entertainers, or vintage décor lovers.
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Condition
Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition – see notes below.
• No chips or cracks observed
• Gilding remains bright with light, age-appropriate wear
• Clean interiors with no staining
• Minor surface wear consistent with age and careful use
• Mixed factory marks are original and typical of Japanese export porcelain
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Postage & Handling
📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.
• Combined postage available — contact us before purchasing
• International shipping available on request
• Local pickup available from Vintage HQ in Heidelberg
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