Are Aynsley and Paragon connected?

Yes, there is a family connection that causes confusion in casual listings. Paragon began as the Star China Company in 1897 through a partnership involving Herbert Aynsley, described as the great-grandson of the founder of Aynsley China. Later, Paragon became famous for its tea ware and royal warrants, separate from the Aynsley factory line. This means that the "Aynsley family" and the "Aynsley brand" are not the same phrase. A Paragon mug with a royal warrant stamp is not an Aynsley China mug, even if the founder's name is mentioned in the early history of Paragon. Trust the primary mark for identification, as Paragon and Aynsley have different names, logos, and stamp arrangements.