antique Alfred Meakin white ironstone butter pat dish

Lovely white ironstone butter pat dish made by Alfred Meakin in England with pretty scalloped edge and simple decorative details. Circa 1890's. 

Beyond their simple beauty they are useful to hold jewelry or to rest spoons or hold teabags ++

3" diameter

Marked on back: Royal Ironstone China // Alfred Meakin Ltd. / England with royal coat of arms. 

As found, in nice vintage condition with crazing as per age and use.