{"product_id":"vintage-1970s-alco-stoneware-mugs-wth-orange-flowers-set-of-two-made-in-korea","title":"Vintage 1970s Alco Stoneware Mugs wth Orange Flowers - Set of Two Made in Korea","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMugs are fun to use... when serving soup, for cereal... they even make clever planters! \u003c\/strong\u003e(from a 1976 advertisement for Alco soup mugs) \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{HISTORY}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cozy season is coming! There's no better way to embrace the cool weather months than with a pretty stoneware mug wrapped in the earthy shades of autumn. These two feature artistically placed, handpainted orange flowers with pine green and chocolate brown leaves and a chocolate brown stripe on the handle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Korea in the 1970s for Alco, a midwestern U.S. retail chain, technically these were considered soup mugs thanks to their thick-walled, hefty shape, but they also make great tea and coffee cups too. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the ability to hold 12 oz. of your favorite soup or beverage, this pair thrives in all sorts of delightful situations. Tote them along on a leaf-peeping picnic when an apple cider stop calls. Stack them beside the outdoor campfire as you whip up a batch of homemade chili.  Nestle into the couch with your favorite book and a hot cup of tea, Or fill them to the brim with pumpkin soup or lattes made from scratch or a sunrise cup of coffee. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround here, we just love it when dishware sets the mood for all sorts of situations. Not every vintage mug can offer so much appeal in the way of adventure. These two are extra special in that regard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{SPECIAL FEATURES}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching set of two\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne mug includes its original Alco sticker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Korea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{CONDITION}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn beautiful vintage condition, these mugs are practically brand new. They contain no chips, cracks, spots, or staining. One mug includes its original Alco sticker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e{SIZE}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach mug measures 4.25\" inches (diameter) x 2.75\" inches (height) and weighs just over 1 lb. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Alco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67713614217436,"sku":"dtq1792028789975","price":18.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/3104\/7900\/files\/vintage-1970s-alco-stoneware-mugs-wth-orange-flowers---set-of-two-made-in-korea_1.jpg?v=1792028795","url":"https:\/\/lululemonvx.shop\/products\/vintage-1970s-alco-stoneware-mugs-wth-orange-flowers-set-of-two-made-in-korea","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}