At Potteries Auctions we auction and sell a wide range of pottery, ceramics and Fine Bone China from all over the world. However, our location in Staffordshire uniquely places us in the heart of the Potteries and makes us best placed to work with local companies such as Royal Crown Derby. We are only a stone’s throw away from their factory in Osmaston Road, Derby.
If you are looking to sell your Royal Crown Derby pottery, or enquire aboutvaluations of Royal Crown Derby pottery, our experts are here to help. We’ve also created this markings guide to allow you to identify dates and makers marks on your Royal Crown Derby pottery.
What Makes Royal Crown Derby Distinctive?
Royal Crown Derby was established in 1750 and is one of the oldest manufactures of Fine Bone China. To this day, Royal Crown Derby remains a family business, priding themselves on creating quality and exquisite tableware. These pieces are creative and often found themselves sitting in prestigious hotels and even on the tables of the royal family.
This history of Royal Crown Derby is complex and varied, but they still proudly make all of their products in the UK.
Is Royal Crown Derby China Valuable?
Many collectors might look for older royal Crown Derby pieces as they hold the most value, however, many believe that Royal Crown Derby pieces being produced today will be valuable in the future.
What Markings Should I Look Out for On Royal Crown Derby China?
Due to the interesting history of Royal Crown Derby, there are many different markings to look out for, as there have been various factories that have been home to the production of Royal Crown Derby over the years. It’s also important to look out for date markings. You can find more information about date markings here.
Trademarks from the Nottingham Road Royal Crown Derby Factory
c. 1761 – 1769 Rebus for Richard Holdship found on transfer-printed wares.
This is the Incised Mark C.1778 – 1780/1
c. 1775 Chelsea Derby in use at Derby; usually in blue, occasionally in puce.
c. 1775 – 1777 Chelsea Derby in use at Chelsea
c. 1784 – 1825 After 1820 the previously precise back stamp became increasingly carelessly drawn. Blue and Puce were used until 1806, after which red became the standard colour.
c. 1785 – 1795 Rare Marks
c. 1825 – 1848 Robert Bloor printed gothic style marks were introduced to counteract the previous carelessly drawn marks.
c. 1830 Bloor Figures Marks used on Bloor figures. The mark on the right is the Pseudo-Meissen Mark occasionally seen on late Bloor.
c. 1830 – 1848 Pseudo Sevres Mark used on Sevres copies.
Trademarks from the King Street Royal Crown Derby Factory
c. 1848 – 1859 Locker & Co
c. 1859 – 1861 Stephenson Sharp & Co
Blue: later nineteenth century Red: c. 1861 – 1935 Puce: c.1915 -1935 Stevenson & Hancock Sampson Hancock
c. 1915 – 1917 William Larcombe
c. 1917 – 1933 Larcombe & Paget
c. 1933 – 1935 Paget
Trademarks from the Osmaston Road Factory Crown Derby Factory
c. 1877 – 1890 Derby Crown Period
c. 1891 – 1921 Royal Crown Derby The word England in a vertical position to the right hand side. c. 1921 – 1964 Made in England horizontally beneath the stamp.
c. 1940 – 1945 Wartime mark in dark green Usually without the year code (also used on undecorated utility wares)
c. 1952 – 1975 Royal Crown Derby
c. 1976 – 2013/4 Royal Crown Derby
c. 2000 Royal Crown Derby The special date mark for the year 2000
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How Do I Get My Royal Crown Derby Valued to Sell at Auction?
Do you have a similar set of Royal Crown Derby dinnerware? We valued this Pinxton Rose Royal Crown Derby set, and it reached a whopping £1600 at auction.
Potteries Auctions can identify and provide valuations on a wide range of Royal Crown Derby pieces. Please get in touch with usto discuss how we can help you or request a call back if you are looking for an expert evaluation and are seeking to sell your Royal Crown Derby china.
Selling at Auction
If you have Royal Crown Devon pieces you’re looking to sell, their pieces consistently perform well at auction and our staff is well-placed to provide valuations and advice on selling your items. Call 01782 638100 or emailenquiries@potteriesauctions.com to book a valuation appointment to attend one of our Tuesday valuation days. We also provide valuations via WhatsApp, simply send some clear photographs of your items via the app to 07864 667940. Additionally, we can send you links to our catalogues via WhatsApp–message the above number via the app and ask to receive our catalogues. Make sure you are subscribed to our email newsletters, too!