{"product_id":"vintage-cousances-18-cast-iron-orange-enamel-saucepan-with-lid-made-in-france","title":"Vintage Cousances 18 Cast Iron Saucepan with Lid - Orange Enamel - Made in France - Used","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsed condition. Please refer to all photos carefully before purchasing. Condition as shown in images.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA vintage \u003cstrong\u003eCousances No. 18 cast iron saucepan\u003c\/strong\u003e with matching lid, finished in the iconic volcanic orange enamel and made in France. Cousances was a celebrated French foundry acquired by Le Creuset in 1964, and their cast iron pieces are genuinely sought-after by vintage cookware collectors and Le Creuset enthusiasts alike. This is a single-handled saucepan with an 18cm diameter, complete with its original orange-enamelled cast iron lid fitted with a black Bakelite knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem details (photo-verified):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cousances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. 18 (18cm diameter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExterior finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange vitreous enamel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare\/uncoated cast iron (correct and original for this model)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange enamel-coated cast iron — hollow tip end, typical of Cousances\/Le Creuset vintage design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast iron with orange enamel exterior; black rectangular Bakelite knob secured with two crosshead screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e “18 \/ COUSANCES \/ MADE IN FRANCE” embossed into raw cast iron base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition (photo-verified — please read carefully):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExterior enamel:\u003c\/strong\u003e vibrant orange; presents well overall; minor surface scuffs and light wear to the enamel at the rim edge; no significant chips or cracks visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e bare cast iron interior shows very heavy use patina — dark brown-black cooking residue and carbonised buildup throughout, concentrated at the base centre; this is accumulated cooking patina, not rust; the interior would require thorough cleaning and re-seasoning before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRim:\u003c\/strong\u003e cream\/white enamel on the top lip largely intact with some minor wear patches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e structurally sound; hollow tip end is normal for this design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid knob:\u003c\/strong\u003e black Bakelite knob intact; screws present and appear secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e uncoated cast iron; shows age and use patina with light surface oxidation typical of stored cast iron; no cracks visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for display, collection, or use after thorough cleaning and re-seasoning. Compatible with gas, electric, and AGA hobs. Not induction compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Recovered Riches","offers":[{"title":"Cousances \/ Orange","offer_id":54805656437075,"sku":"Shelf 130","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1054\/5692\/7059\/files\/e0463c5c-45d7-4e49-988b-fa5ae54f3f8d.jpg?v=1788171535","url":"https:\/\/recoveredriches.co.uk\/products\/vintage-cousances-18-cast-iron-orange-enamel-saucepan-with-lid-made-in-france","provider":"Recovered Riches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}