Rare Vintage Royal Crown Derby "Derby Roses" 11cm Fine Bone China Dish

A stunning, authentic piece of English porcelain history from the world-renowned Royal Crown Derby factory. This 11cm shallow dish features the beautiful, vibrant “Derby Roses” pattern (Design Code F961).

Design & Collector Details:

• The Pattern: Unlike the more common 'Derby Posies' line, the 'Derby Roses' design focuses beautifully on romantic clusters of traditional English cottage roses filling the inside of the bowl.

• The Gilding: Features a rich, hand-painted gold-gilded rim that elegantly extends down into the interior curves of the dish. It also includes the hand-painted red gilder's mark number “29” on the base.

• Rare Wartime Green Stamp: On the reverse of the dish you will find the official factory back-stamp printed entirely in dark green. Royal Crown Derby traditionally used red ink, but switched to green during World War II (1939–1945) due to wartime chemical shortages, making this a fantastic piece for collectors tracking historical variations.

Condition:

• Excellent vintage condition.
• No chips, cracks, crazing, or structural damage.
• The interior floral design remains vibrant and crisp.
• The hand-applied gold trim is bright and shows excellent preservation (please see photos for close-ups of the interior gilding).

Dimensions:

• Diameter: Approximately 11cm

Shipping:

This item will be packed with the utmost care using multiple layers of premium bubble wrap and shipped inside a sturdy outer box to guarantee it arrives safely at your door. Please have a look at my other items which include many antique and special plates.