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English Wedgwood 50-Piece Set Appledore Fine China Cups Saucers, Pattern W3257
By Wedgwood
Located in Big Flats, NY
A set of Wedgwood Appledore fine bone china bouillon, demitasse and coffee/tea cups with saucers
Category

20th Century English Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Art Deco Aynsley Bone China Butterfly Tea Set 1920s
Located in London, GB
butterfly handle. Aynsley China was a British producer of fine bone china, tableware and commemorative
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Set of 6 Lou Rota London Hummingbird Tea Plates
Located in Toronto, ON
A set of 6 fine bone china tea plates with hummingbirds from Lou Rota, London. Dishwasher safe.
Category

2010s English Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Doulton Reynard 1950s Fox Coffee Service Printed Hand Painted Bone China
By Royal Doulton
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant and original fine bone china coffee service including: Two coffee pots: one high 20cm and
Category

Vintage 1940s English Black Forest Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

English Porcelain Assembled Service, 23 Pieces
Located in Astoria, NY
(5) saucers, labeled "Fine Bone China/ Shelby / England" to underside, luncheon plate (1), two (2
Category

20th Century British Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Wonderful Set Royal Crown Derby Gold Turquoise Flower Medallion Scalloped Dishes
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful set of 12 royal crown derby English fine bone china with gold & turquoise flower center
Category

20th Century English Belle Époque Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Cobalt Aynsley English Bone China Hand Painted Butterfly Tea Cup and Saucer Set
By John Aynsley
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very intricately hand painted tea cup and saucer set is made of fine bone china by the Aynsley
Category

Mid-20th Century English Arts and Crafts Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 5 Grosvenor Jackson Gosling Horentine Trios c.1910
Located in Worcester, GB
additional tea plate 1 sugar bowl Maker: Grosvenor (Jackson & Gosling) Material: Fine bone china Backstamp
Category

Early 20th Century British Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Crown Derby Imari Color Whimsical Fish Paperweight/Table Ornament
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming piece of fine bone china by Royal Crown Derby, England. Decorated in Classic Imari
Category

Vintage 1970s English Paperweights

Contemporary Lou Rota London Flamingo Tea Set
Located in Toronto, ON
A chic fine bone china tea set with flamingos from Lou Rota, London. This sophisticated set
Category

2010s English Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 6 Duchess Tea Cups Saucers Chatsworth Collection
Located in Worcester, GB
bone china The Chatsworth Collection Made in England Set of 6 tea cups & saucers. White
Category

20th Century British Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Doulton "Royal Gold" Dinner Service for 12
By Royal Doulton
Located in Astoria, NY
marked "Made in England / Royal Doulton / English Fine Bone China / Royal Gold / H.4980 / Copyright
Category

20th Century British Modern Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

White Porcelain "Oh" Pendant Lamp by Tobias Grau
Located in Brooklyn, NY
pendant lamp is made of fine bone china in a simple and beautiful form. Suspended on two cables and height
Category

Late 20th Century Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain

Minton "Tapestry" Porcelain Dinner Service, 80
By Minton
Located in Astoria, NY
with underplate, each marked "S. 770 / Tapestry / Minton / Fine Bone China / Made in England / 1989
Category

20th Century British Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Worchester "Beaufort" Red Dinner Service, 51
By Royal Worcester
Located in Astoria, NY
foliate design, each marked "Royal Worchester R Fine Bone China / Made in England / c. 1981 Royal
Category

20th Century British Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Brown Westhead Moore Majolica Lioness Cubs Vase
By Mark W. Marshall, Brown Westhead Moore
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Blue, Fine Bone China from Cauldon' by Robert E. Cluett, front cover and page 47, figure 117. N.B. by
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Vases

Materials

Majolica

Very Fine Spode Harrogate Complete 12 Place Dinner Tea Service
By Spode
Located in Worcester, GB
handled sugar bowl & cream jug Decoration: Fine bone China with rich green & gilt decoration
Category

Late 20th Century British Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Brown-Westhead, Moore Majolica Oblong Tray, Yellow on Cobalt Ground, ca. 1875
By Brown-Westhead Moore
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Prints, Flow Blue, Fine Bone China From Cauldon, 1850-1962. Atglen, PA: Schiffer Publishing, 2004, p. 55
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Hermes Porcelain Trinket Dish with Africa Orange Safari Design
By Hermès
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hermes. This lovely vide poche features white fine bone china decorated with a wide orange and yellow
Category

Late 20th Century French Tribal Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six Sir Eduardo Luigi Paolozzi Wedgwood Plates
By Eduardo Paolozzi
Located in Downingtown, PA
venture to produce a limited edition of 200 sets of fine bone china plates with decoration designed by
Category

Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Mid-Century Modern White Porcelain Cockatoo by T.J. Jones for Staffordshire
Located in New York, NY
marked on the bottom "Designed and modeled by T.J. Jones fine bone China Crown Staffordshire England
Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Fine Chinese Birdcage with Porcelain Waterpots, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Qing-dynasty aristocrat. Dated to the mid-19th century, the fine birdcage is carefully assembled from
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Bird Cages

Materials

Porcelain, Wood, Bone

Fine Chinese Bird Cage with Porcelain Waterpots, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Qing-dynasty aristocrat. Dated to the mid-19th century, the fine bird cage is carefully assembled from
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Bird Cages

Materials

Bone, Porcelain, Wood

Antique Copeland 91 Piece Spode Dinner Service 19th Century
By Copeland Spode
Located in London, GB
credited with developing a successful formula for fine bone china. Whether this is true or not, his son
Category

Antique 19th Century English Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Shelley Art Deco Slop Bowl, Peaches and Grapes on Queen Anne Shape, 1926
By Shelley Pottery
Located in London, GB
after shapes with its peculiar octagonal shape and extremely fine bone china. This bowl is a
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Shelley Art Deco Teacup Quartet, Peaches Grapes on Queen Anne Shape, 1926
By Shelley Pottery
Located in London, GB
Wileman and sometimes called Late Foley) was one of the most respected manufacturers of fine bone china
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Shelley Art Deco Teacup Trio, Peaches and Grapes on Queen Anne Shape, 1926
By Shelley Pottery
Located in London, GB
called Late Foley) was one of the most respected manufacturers of fine bone china tea sets in the late
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Spode Chinoiserie Pink Tower Temple Mantel Urn Lidded Ginger Jar 11"
By Spode
Located in Dayton, OH
developing, around 1790, the formula for fine bone china that was generally adopted by the industry. Josiah
Category

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Albert 12 Place Tea and Coffee Service Set, Mid-20th Century
By Royal Albert
Located in London, GB
called Old Country Roses, circa 1960 in date. It is beautifully made of fine bone china porcelain with
Category

Vintage 1960s British Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Albert 12 Place Tea and Coffee Service Set, Mid-20th Century
By Royal Albert
Located in London, GB
called Old Country Roses, circa 1960 in date. It is beautifully made of fine bone china porcelain with
Category

Vintage 1960s British Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Royal Albert 99 Piece Country Roses Full Dinner Service Mid Century
Located in London, GB
design is called Old Country Roses, Circa 1960 in date. It is beautifully made of fine bone china
Category

Vintage 1960s Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Albert 139-Piece Country Roses Full Dinner Service Midcentu
Located in London, GB
design is called Old Country Roses, circa 1960 in date. It is beautifully made of fine bone china
Category

Vintage 1960s English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Wileman Porcelain Demitasse Cup and Saucer, Daisy Wreath, Red, Victorian, 1890
By Wileman
Located in London, GB
renamed Shelley and sometimes called Foley) was one of the most respected manufacturers of fine bone china
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport Teacup, Red Neo-Classical with Flower Panels, Regency, 1805-1810
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in London, GB
either factory, are now collectors' items. The cup is made of early fine bone china and has the bute
Category

Antique Early 1800s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Victorian Spode Dessert Set Imari Style, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
credited with developing a successful formula for fine bone china. Whether this is true or not, his son
Category

Antique 1820s English Victorian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Wileman Tea for One Set, Red Floral Chains on Court Shape, Art Nouveau, 1906
By Shelley Pottery
Located in London, GB
the most respected manufacturers of fine bone china tea sets in the late 19th century, and many of
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Wileman Porcelain Tea Set, Chrysanthemum, Pastel Colors, Art Nouveau, 1896
By Wileman
Located in London, GB
most respected manufacturers of fine bone china tea sets in the late 19th and early 20th century, and
Category

Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Wileman Dessert Service, Art Nouveau Japan Patt, 6664, 1895-1914
By Shelley Pottery
Located in London, GB
sometimes called Foley) was one of the most respected manufacturers of fine bone china tea sets in the late
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Wileman Porcelain Teacup Quartet, Japanese Buttercup Imari, Art Nouveau, 1902
By Wileman
Located in London, GB
renamed Shelley and sometimes called Foley) was one of the most respected manufacturers of fine bone china
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-20th Century 196 Piece Royal Albert Country Roses Full Dinner Service
Located in London, GB
the traditional Fine bone china tableware and teawares made by its famous predecessor. Harold
Category

Vintage 1960s English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Wileman Teacup Quartet, Japan Pattern on Snowdrop Shape, 1898
By Shelley Pottery
Located in London, GB
manufacturers of fine bone china tea sets in the late 19th and early 20th Century, and many of their products
Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

A Spode porcelain chocolate cup, cover stand c.1810
Located in Exeter, GB
A very fine Spode bone china chocolate cup, cover and stand, vibrantly decorated in pattern 1494
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

6pc Vtg English Crown Staffordshire Fox Hunting Tea Coffee Cups Mugs Saucers Box
By Crown Staffordshire
Located in Dayton, OH
Industries Fair. Manufacturers of Fine English Bone China, Table Services of all kinds, China Flowers, Wicker
Category

Late 20th Century British Colonial Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 6 Bread Butter Plates, Spode s Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th century
By Spode
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 Bread & Butter Plates, Spode's Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th century, bone china. Fine gilt
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Set of 6 Salad or Dessert Plates, Spode s Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th century
By Spode
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 Salad or Dessert Plates, Spode's Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th century, bone china. Fine
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Set of 6 Dinner Plates, Spode s Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th Century
By Spode
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 Dinner Plates, Spode's Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th Century, bone china. Fine gilt
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Demitasse Service for 12 with Large Pot 12 Cups, Spode s Fleur de Lys Gold
By Spode
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
, bone china. Fine gilt decoration. Discontinued pattern. Fine condition. Cup: 2 1/8" h., 2 1/8" dia., 2
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Set of 6 Cups Saucers, Spode s Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th Century
By Spode
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 Cups & Saucers, Spode's Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th century, bone china. Fine gilt
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Minton Porcelain Plate, Cobalt Blue with Floral Reserves, Victorian ca 1840
By Minton
Located in London, GB
bone china and bright colours; there is a colour called "Minton Blue" which is a fresh azure blue that
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Porcelain Centre Piece, Mazarine Blue with Gilt, Sèvres Style, 1862-1870
By Minton
Located in London, GB
fine white bone china and bright colours; there is a colour called "Minton Blue" which is a fresh azure
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Copeland Spode Porcelain Plate, Green Sèvres Style, Flowers, Thomas Goode, 1924
By Copeland Spode
Located in London, GB
plate was potted in fine white bone china and decorated with a deep green ground colour and little gilt
Category

Early 20th Century English Rococo Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Garniture Decorated and Signed by Antonin Boullemier, 1891
By Minton
Located in London, GB
. They were located in Staffordshire and were known specifically for their wonderfully fine white bone
Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Garniture

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Teacup Quartet, Bath Embossed, Green Flowers patt.38, ca 1830
By Minton
Located in London, GB
Staffordshire and were known specifically for their wonderfully fine white bone china and top quality designs
Category

Antique 1830s English Rococo Revival Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Porcelain Tazza Dish, White and Pink with Cherub, 1891
By Minton
Located in London, GB
wonderfully fine white bone china, parian china and bright colours; there is a colour called "Minton Blue
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Porcelain Vase, Elgin Shape, Green with Floral Reserve, 1830-1835
By Minton
Located in London, GB
their wonderfully fine white bone china and bright colours; there is a colour called "Minton Blue" which
Category

Antique 1830s English Rococo Revival Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Porcelain Coffee Cup, Kakiemon Tiger Pattern, D Regent Shape, ca 1835
By Minton
Located in London, GB
fine white bone china and bright colors; there is a colour called "Minton Blue" which is a fresh azure
Category

Antique 1830s English Early Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Small Vase, Elgin Shape Pink with Floral Reserve, Rococo Revival ca 1835
By Minton
Located in London, GB
their wonderfully fine white bone china and bright colours; there is a colour called "Minton Blue" which
Category

Antique 1830s English Rococo Revival Vases

Materials

Porcelain

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Fine Bone China For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the fine bone China you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and bone, every fine bone China was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a fine bone China, we have 8 options in-stock, while there are 60 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a fine bone China — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A fine bone China is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Max Lamb, 1882 Ltd. and Martyn Thompson Studio each produced at least one beautiful fine bone China that is worth considering.

How Much is a Fine Bone China?

Prices for a fine bone China can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $38 and can go as high as $2,600, while the average can fetch as much as $71.
Questions About Fine Bone China
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Yes, some bone china is worth a lot of money. The maker, age, condition, style and type of china all play a role in determining its value. If you have a bone china collection or a single piece that you wish to know the value of, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Shop a large selection of bone china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Whether bone china is still made from bones varies from maker to maker. Many manufacturers continue to produce bone china out of the traditional blend of china stone, china clay and animal bone ash. However, others have switched to synthetic bone ash for producing all or some of their pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of bone china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    It's called bone china because of the materials used to produce it. Bone china contains ash derived from the bones of animals, such as cows. The addition of this ingredient in the clay is what gives bone china its unique creamy color. Explore a collection of bone china from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    A few things account for the difference between bone china and fine china. True bone china contains animal-derived bone ash, while fine china does not. The addition of the bone ash gives bone china a lighter, more delicate feel and a translucent appearance. Fine china, by comparison, is weightier and more opaque. Also, fine china tends to be more economically priced than bone. Explore a variety of china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Limoges china is very similar to bone china, but it was not until the late 1700s that the ingredient kaolin, which is integral to bone china, was discovered near Limoges. Therefore, Limoges china made before this point is not truly bone china. Shop an array of authentic Limoges china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wedgwood is bone china. According to its website, bone china is considered one of the most refined and luxurious materials for table use, no matter what the meal or occasion. Wedgwood has a long history of high-quality and luxurious bone china. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic bone china pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term bone china means porcelain dinnerware and serveware made of a mix of bone ash, kaolin clay and feldspathic material. It has a translucent look that works well with highly detailed painted finishes. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of bone china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Most Spode is bone china. During its early decades, Spode was the first to develop a standard formula for the making of bone china, and most of its pieces made after this innovation are examples of bone china. However, particularly early on, Spode did make other types of pottery, such as earthenware. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Spode china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To identify your bone china mark, try snapping a photograph with your phone or tablet. You can then perform a reverse image search and look for a match. If this proves unsuccessful, type a description of the mark into a search engine and look for the mark in trusted online resources. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer assist you with identification. Explore a wide range of bone china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Thomas Frye introduced bone china to England when he began producing pieces at his factory in Bow, East London in 1748. However, the pieces made by Josiah Spode in Stoke-on-Trent starting in 1789 more closely resemble the decorative china that England is best known for. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of bone china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Whether bone china or porcelain is better is a matter of personal opinion. Fired at a higher temperature, porcelain tends to have a more durable finish, but bone china is less likely to chip and crack. Some people prefer the weighty feel of porcelain. Others find the lighter quality of bone china to be preferable. Both bone china and porcelain can stand the test of time when finely crafted and properly cared for. Shop a wide range of porcelain and bone china tableware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Yes, some bone china is worth something. The maker is one of the biggest contributors to the value of bone china. Pieces from Royal Albert, Wedgwood, Royal Copenhagen, Lenox, Villeroy Boch, Meissen, Limoges, Lenox and other well-known makers are often in demand among collectors. Type, style, age and condition also impact selling prices, as does whether or not you have a complete set. For assistance evaluating your china, seek a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of bone china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Generally, bone china is more expensive than porcelain. This is largely due to the differences in materials and manufacturing techniques. Keep in mind that some porcelain ware may be pricier than the average bone china due to its rarity, age, maker or other factors. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of bone china and porcelain.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wedgwood is made with bone china, which is a type of porcelain. The fine bone china brand was founded in England in 1759, and is still considered one of the top porcelain makers of today. You can find antique and contemporary Wedgwood designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Real fine bone China can be extremely valuable. If it has a somewhat translucent quality when held up to a light it is real. If the piece is from a renowned manufacturer and is a rare piece, it can be even more valuable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, bone china is still made in England. As of January 2022, many manufacturers still produced the china in the UK, including Royal Worcester, Spode and Wedgwood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of English bone china from some of the world’s top makers and sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    Yes, some Foley bone china is worth something. Antique pieces produced during the late 19th and early 20th centuries are often sought-after by collectors. These pieces are relatively easy to spot as they usually bear dark green maker's marks, whereas newer china produced by the British maker typically displays blue or brown marks. In addition to age, the type, style and condition will influence the potential selling price of Foley pieces. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide a fair market value for your china. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Foley bone china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some Queen Anne bone china is valuable. How much a particular piece will sell for depends on its pattern, type, age, condition and rarity. Generally, full tea sets tend to fetch the highest prices. To learn how much a particular piece is worth, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. Explore a collection of Queen Anne bone china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, some bone china from England is worth something. Pieces from certain makers are especially of interest to collectors. Among them are Wedgwood, Royal Worcester, Spode, Royal Doulton and Royal Crown Derby. The type, style, age and condition of china will also contribute to its value. To get an expert opinion on the value of your china, consult a certified appraiser or a knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a large selection of English bone china on 1stDibs.