Vintage Royal Crown Derby Derby Posies Bone China Demitasse Cup and Saucer, 1974

A vintage Royal Crown Derby Derby Posies demitasse coffee cup and saucer, made in England from fine bone china and dated 1974 by the red XXXVII factory date cipher. The set is decorated with colourful floral sprays in pink, purple, orange and blue, complemented by delicate gold edging and a finely shaped handle with gold accents. The softly scalloped saucer and graceful cup form are characteristic of this much-loved Royal Crown Derby pattern.

Details

Item: Demitasse coffee cup and saucer
Maker: Royal Crown Derby
Origin: England
Date: 1974
Pattern: Derby Posies
Material: Fine bone china
Marks: Royal Crown Derby green factory backstamp with “Made in England”, “Bone China” and “Derby Posies”; red XXXVII date cipher for 1974
Decoration: Multicoloured floral sprays with gold edging and gold accents
Cup Measurements: Approximately 6 cm high × 6.5 cm diameter
Saucer Diameter: Approximately 13 cm
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks

Historical and Collector Context

The Derby Posies pattern is one of Royal Crown Derby’s recognisable English bone china designs, admired for its varied floral arrangements and traditional gold detailing. Pieces were produced in a range of forms over an extended period, making factory marks and date ciphers particularly useful for identifying individual examples. This matching demitasse cup and saucer carries the red XXXVII code for 1974 and is an appealing addition to a Royal Crown Derby collection or vintage English tea ware display.

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