Fit for a queen

Times may be tough, but nothing can tarnish a Gypsy or Traveller woman’s dream of owning as much Crown Derby china as possible. So this weekend they will be queuing round the block to take advantage of Royal Crown Derby’s annual clearance sale on Friday 19th & Saturday 20th June.

“For 2 days only you will be able to purchase Royal Crown Derby at incredible prices. This event only happens once a year, and is the ideal opportunity to add or complete your collection of this beautiful Fine English Bone China.” Says Amanda Bushell of Royal Crown Derby

Established in 1750, Royal Crown Derby is the only manufacturer producing luxury, branded English Fine Bone China made exclusively in England. In 1755, King George III honoured the company by granting the use of the crown in the back stamp. The title “Royal” came later in 1890 from Queen Victoria, giving the company the unique title of “Royal Crown Derby”. Queen Elizabeth granted the company the Royal Warrant in 1978.

“Much of the early production dating back to the early 1750’s consisted of figurines popular as table decorations. The range of tableware was soon to expand and many of today’s patterns have their origins in early designs,” says Bushell.

Of particular interest to the Gypsy and Traveller community is pattern number 1128, or “Old Imari”, which was first recorded around 1882. 1128 is the original pattern number recorded in the pattern books held in the Royal Crown Derby Museum archives.

The highly collectable Royal Crown Derby pieces are hand finished in 22ct Gold. During this 2 day sale prices start from only £10 and 100’s of items are significantly reduced.

Royal Crown Derby’s annual clearance sale:

Friday 19th & Saturday 20th June.
Available at the Royal Crown Derby Visitors Centre, 194 Osmaston Road, Derby, DE23 8JZ or online at www.royalcrownderby.co.uk/summersale.
Doors open 10am – 5pm.

For further information contact The Royal Crown Derby Visitor Centre, 194 Osmaston Road, Derby, DE23 8JZ, 01332 712833