{"product_id":"vintage-japan-stackable-mug-green-checker-blue-red-peony-floral-mcm","title":"Vintage Japan Stackable Coffee Mug — Bold Blue Red Peony Floral on Green Checker, Ribbed Base, Mid-Century Export Ceramic","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Japan-marked stackable coffee mug with a bold blue and red peony floral pattern on a bright lime green checkerboard background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper body carries the graphic transfer design; the lower body has a ribbed vertical texture that doubles as a stacking ring. The handle is a simple C-curve. The overall body color is warm ivory\/cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarked \"JAPAN\" on the unglazed base in impressed lettering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage stackable ceramic coffee mug \/ tea cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker's Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"JAPAN\" impressed into unglazed base — no additional maker name visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Likely 1950s–1970s, Japan export period [not confirmed to exact decade]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramic \/ porcelain, transfer-printed decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold blue and red peony-style floral with green leaf detail on lime green checkerboard background band; ribbed vertical lower body in ivory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ivory body, lime green checker, cobalt blue and red floral, black leaf outlines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy glaze on exterior and interior; unglazed base foot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize \/ Measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 inches round at rim, 2½ inches round at base, 3 inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ribbed lower band functions as stacking ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-kitchenware\" title=\"Vintage Kitchenware \u0026amp; Classic Cookware\"\u003e Kitchen display, vintage mug collection, cottage or colorful kitchen shelf, single use display cup\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior floral and checker transfer pattern is vivid and fully intact — colors bright, no fading or significant wear to the graphic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo chips or cracks visible on rim, body, handle, or base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbed base and stacking ring intact and undamaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle is secure — no cracks or repairs visible at attachment points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall body holds its shape cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior shows tea or coffee staining — visible darkening on the interior bottom and lower walls; this is typical use staining and does not affect display use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight surface wear consistent with age and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo condition notes provided by seller — graded from photos only; see all photos for detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee all photos for detail — sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the bold graphic floral, lime green checker, and stackable ribbed base is a recognizable mid-century Japan export style. These mugs were designed for everyday use in American kitchens and brought a lot of color into homes at a time when graphic printed ceramics were very popular. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like your kitchen shelf to have some personality, this one delivers it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (\u003ca title=\"shipping policy\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"about reading vintage\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\"\u003eWhile I do my best\u003c\/a\u003e to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48623981625599,"sku":"B5 – T 16–2843","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/vintage-japan-stackable-mug-blue-red-peony-green-checker-ribbed-base.jpg?v=1780439391","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-japan-stackable-mug-green-checker-blue-red-peony-floral-mcm","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}