Spode Spode Delamere Teacup and Saucer Set of 4 7 Oz Fine Earthenware Teacup Set Perfect for Serving Tea Coffee and Hot Cocoa Microwave and Dishwasher Safe

REVERED HISTORY In 1770 the outstanding skills and creativity of Josiah Spode were realized when he opened his factory in StokeonTrent England During his life Josiah Spode perfected many techniques two of which were blue underglaze printing and the formula for Fine Bone China COVETED CERAMICS Josiah perfected the process for blue undergalze printing on earthenware from hand engraved copper plates in 1784 Ever since the introduction of this process Spodes original blue and white designs have become some of the most sought after in the history of ceramics LEADING STANDARDS The formula for Fine Bone China is also accredited to Josiah Spode in 1799 it was this formula which gave bone china its brilliant whiteness and delicate translucency which inspired new standards within the ceramic industry CONSISTENT QUALITY Today using techniques and designs from a wealth of authentic engravings and moulds carefully preserved within the archives many of the same designs and items are again being produced to the delight of conoisseurs and collectors It is also these wonderful techniques which allow Spode to continually introduce new collections year after year creating items for collectors of the future SPECIFICATIONS This set of 4 teacups and saucers is made of fine earthenware and are dishwasher microwave oven and freezer safe The saucers measure 55 inches in diameter while the teacups can hold up to 7 oz of liquid