This is special. Made by Royal Norfolk Pottery in circa 1968. Stamped Apollo 8 and Made in England underneath, this vase was the first in a set of 4 made to celebrate the Apollo flights to the moon. The surface texture of the vase is said to replicate the lunar surface.
It came in four different colours, this is the striking cobalt blue version. Not easy to find these days. Great gift for a Space Age Geek - had to prise it off Magpie 2 who became very interested after my research. No chips or cracks - great vintage condition. Also pretty with flowers against that cobalt blue. Win win.
Dimensions 195mm x 90mm