Royal Tudor Ware was manufactured by the Barker Brothers from 1876 to 1880/82 at Gold Street, Longton and then at the Meir Works, Barker Street, Longton. In 1910 the business was bought by the brothers William and Arthur Hewitt, although the name 'Barker Bros' continued to be used. 
In 1939 Sampson Smith's was also purchased by the Hewitt brothers. Gerald Hewitt directed Sampson Smith's & Arnold Hewitt, Barker Bros. From 1941 to 1945 production of both companies was at the Barker Bros factory. 
In 1959 Barker Bros was taken over by Alfred Clough. The name Barker Bros continued to be used until the business closed in 1981. The name ROYAL TUDOR continued to be used by successor businesses including Grindley of Stoke (1972-1982) and Federated Potteries (1982-87). 
 
After much researching of this particular pattern I have been unable to find the name of the design. The 'B' above the Maker's Mark, on the back of the plate used for this ring, indicates that it was produced under the Wartime Concentration Scheme, sometime between 1941 and 1945.
 
As with all Goosehouse Designs jewellery, this unique jewellery is individually handcrafted by me in my studio. My upcycled, sustainable, broken china jewellery is crafted from ethically-sourced, pre-damaged, vintage china, that would otherwise end up in landfill. It is the perfect romantic gift for wedding anniversaries, birthdays, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day and any time you want to show your love through a treasured piece of artisan jewellery.
 
Your Goosehouse Designs jewellery will be sent to you carefully wrapped and packaged using recycled and recyclable materials. I am committed, at all times, to operating my business in every way I can to be kinder and gentler to the planet.
 
The silver in this ring is sterling silver, and is stamped with the .925 stamp.
The ring is 26mm x 20mm across and 5mm deep.
The ring is fully adjustable to fit all sizes.