Lovely condition Early 20th Century White Ironstone Advertising Shortbread Dish for RAISLEY RAISING POWDER.

Black on white "Shortbread is deliciously crisp, short and easy of digestion if made with RAISLEY - The Sure Raising Powder. Made by Brown & Polson Ltd and as reliable as their Corn Flour."

Made in the Staffordshire Region of England for:

Brown & Polson  c. 1891 - 1913

This lovely Victorian 7 5/8 " wide x 1 " tall baking dish was perfect for making short breads and milk breads.  This company was the first to offer flours with leavening agents, baking powder, incorporated in there mixes.