A vibrant occupational porcelain shaving mug featuring the emblem of the United States Express Company, centered by a winged shipping crate framed against radiating sunbursts. The design includes finely painted gold foliate scrollwork and the owner’s name, M. C. Hendee, in gilt script. The hand-painted emblem identifies the owner’s association with the express transport trade, one of the prominent pre–Parcel Post delivery services operating across the United States prior to 1914. The mug retains its original period gilding around the rim, handle, and foot.Dimensions approx.: Standard sizeThis lot may be picked up free of charge from our facilities in Sacramento, CA. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $50.00. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping. Good, with scattered rubbing to the gilt banding on the rim and foot, light handling wear consistent with barbershop use, and no cracks or repairs observed.