{"product_id":"melon-mug-in-opal-blue-h-ben-owen-iii-3","title":"Melon Mug in Opal Blue, 4\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp\u003e   Discover the captivating beauty of Ben III's Melon Mug, finished in Opal Blue—an exclusive glaze creation inspired by nature's most mesmerizing gemstone.  Each piece showcases a stunning spectrum of shifting blues and subtle variations, making it truly one-of-a-kind.  Perfect for your morning coffee or as a striking decorative accent, this handcrafted mug seamlessly blends artistic elegance with everyday practicality.  A treasured addition to any space.  Dishwasher- and microwave-safe.  Measuring 5.5\"l x 4”w x 4”h. \u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpal Blue\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003eOpal Blue is a Ben Owen Pottery proprietary glaze blend developed by Ben Owen III.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAptly named for the variegated hues found in blue opals, Opal Blue Glaze offers an intensity and richness seldom captured in a pottery glaze.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEach piece displays a beautiful and unique array of blue.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003eBen III reserves the Opal Blue Glaze for pieces made with a red clay body.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe dark iron-rich clay makes the perfect canvas to showcase this stunning glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2026).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42285740425271,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/8953EEFA-3D83-4B09-9FD5-A99AAFF1F637_1_201_a.heic?v=1782505353","url":"https:\/\/store.benowenpottery.com\/products\/melon-mug-in-opal-blue-h-ben-owen-iii-3","provider":"Ben Owen Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}