Sone China Made In Japan
Sone china made in Japan is export porcelain produced in the second half of 20th century mainly for North America, Europe and USSR.
Japanese Export Porcelain
After the Second World War Japan was temporarily occupied by the US. During that period it was allowed to restore its economy. With that permission they had to mark its porcelain with “Made in occupied Japan” mark. It was exported to US, some of the European countries and USSR.
Japanese porcelain manufacturing advanced over centuries. Yet when it comes to practical and decorative side, it was rather different from US and Europe. In order to meet the demand they had adjust the ways of decorating to local tastes and traditions. This is why Sone porcelain sets may have some references to Japanese roots like pine trees. Though the majority of the porcelain patterns were re-appropriated from existing European designs.
Sone Pattern 3686
Despite the design originated from Europe Sone 3686 porcelain is fine bone china of highest quality. The transfer pattern is very precise and delicate on a closer examination. Golden gilding is executed to the highest standard. Same can be said about the thin china body itself.
Is Sone china valuable?
Sone china was mainly exported to US and USSR as sets of 6 or 12. Many of them are still available on the vintage market and in demand among china collectors. Sone china value may different depending on the condition and pattern number.
How much is Sone china worth?
- In US the price of Sone china set may vary from $100 to $500. Individual pieces would cost relatively low.
- In Russia Sone china costs higher with full dinners sets asking price of $300-500 or even more.
- Lastly Sone china is not in high demand in Europe. Which due to wider availability of other established porcelain brands.
Sone China Patterns
See an original Sone catalogue with a variety of patterns.