Sold for A$190
Burns . Philp Line / (Flag). Base Mark: Maddock / Made / In / England. (New South Wales). Hotelware. Shipping. Black and white egg cup. 40 mm. 1930s
Very Good. (7). 15 mm hairline to upper rim, associated 15 mm hairline down a little on the inside as well. Fine wear around the rim. Bit of a dull appearance with fine scratches and wear to the glaze throughout. According to Wikipedia, "Sir Robert Philp twice became Premier of Queensland, while Sir James Burns, became a member of the Legislative Council of New South Wales and founder/benefactor of Burnside Presbyterian Homes for Children." Estimate: $30-50