Re: Old Britain Castles Soup Tureen (blue)

I realize that this pattern is still made...I feel this particular tureen is of an earlier period. The pattern is more vibrant and doesn't look as "washed  out" like the newer version. The lid knob is different and the bottom doesn't really have feet like the newer version, and the insignia on the bottom is different, and it has more of a decorative apron around the bottom. So, which is the older version...the one I have or the ones you see advertised? What is the time period for this pattern? When did they start making this pattern? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Becky