Royal Worcester Evesham Vale 12-Piece Porcelain Dinnerware Set Green Rim MINT
This mint, never-used 12-piece dinnerware set is part of the beloved Evesham Vale line by Royal Worcester, one of England's most distinguished porcelain houses. Founded in 1751, Royal Worcester earned a Royal Warrant by the late 18th century and became renowned for producing some of the finest bone china and porcelain ever made - prized for its artistry, durability, and luminous glaze quality. The Evesham Vale pattern, introduced in the mid-1980s, re-imagines the classic Evesham design with a fresh green rim instead of gold, creating a line that is both traditional and practical. The fruit illustrations - peaches, plums, cherries, pears, oranges, and blackberries - are inspired by the bounty of the English countryside and meticulously rendered in naturalistic color. Each motif was adapted from original Royal Worcester botanical artwork.
Unlike earlier gilded Evesham editions, Evesham Vale was created for modern use while retaining Royal Worcester's high-end craftsmanship - it is microwave-, oven-, freezer-, and dishwasher-safe, a rare combination for English porcelain of this caliber. The line was entirely made in England, before later production of similar patterns shifted overseas, which makes English-marked examples particularly collectible. Set Includes (12 Pieces Total).
(2) 8.5 Salad / Luncheon Plates. (2) 6.5 Bread & Butter Plates. (2) 9 Soup / Pasta Bowls. (2) 6.75 Cereal Bowls. (2) 5.75 Dessert / Prep Bowls. Mint / Unused - Each piece is pristine with no utensil marks, chips, cracks, or wear. Stored carefully and never placed in service. Why Collectors Value This Line. Prestige: Royal Worcester is one of the world's oldest porcelain manufacturers, often mentioned alongside Wedgwood and Spode for quality and historical significance. Design Heritage: The Evesham series reflects post-war English optimism - a celebration of color and abundance in fine tableware. Versatility: The Vale variant marries artistry and function - true fine porcelain that is also microwave-safe, a rarity among collectible English lines. English Production: Collectors specifically seek pieces marked "Made in England", as later imports lack the same glaze depth and porcelain translucence.