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How do I identify Royal Worcester?
To identify Royal Worcester, look on the bottom of any pieces for maker's stamps. These varied over the years, but nearly all the markings clearly say "Royal Worcester." Many pieces also feature a code or symbol that is useful when dating Royal Worcester porcelain. For example, an item produced in 1875 will showcase the letter "E," while those crafted in 1932 feature three circles along with “Made in England” text. The Museum of Royal Worcester has an in-depth reference guide that you can use to assess your marks and determine which pattern your piece features. If you need additional assistance, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Royal Worcester porcelain on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
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ROYAL WORCESTER - Antique Porcelain Shell Form Wall Pocket - U.K. - Circa 1881
By James Hadley, Royal Worcester
Located in Chatham, ON
ROYAL WORCESTER (Manufacturer) - James Hadley (Designer 1837-1903) - Model Number 737 - Antique shell form and gilded coral branch porcelain wall pocket - featuring a realistically m...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Planters, Cachepots...

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Porcelain

Antique Worcester Porcelain Bowl Imari Style Dr Wall First Period England C-1755
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall, Royal Worcester
Located in Katonah, NY
This mid-18th century First Period Worcester Porcelain bowl was made in England circa 1755. It is hand-painted in the beautiful Worcester Imari style ”Fan Pattern.” The pattern is al...
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Japonisme Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Set of 12 Royal Worcester Hand-Painted Gilded Plates, Signed E. Phillips, 1926
By Royal Worcester
Located in Northport, MI
An exceptional set of twelve hand-painted cabinet plates by Royal Worcester, England, dated 1926 and each signed by the artist E. Phillips. These plates exemplify the height of early...
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Vintage 1920s English Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

A Royal Worcester Ltd dinner set Avon Scenes 1790, Palissy, England
By Royal Worcester
Located in Delft, NL
A Royal Worcester Ltd dinner set Avon Scenes 1790, Palissy, England A dinner set of 52 pieces with 1790 Avon scenes in red colored print, subsidiary Palissy by Royal Worcester Ltd. ...
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20th Century English Tableware

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Earthenware

Set of 12 English Raised Gilt Porcelain Dinner Service Plates
By Royal Worcester
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A regal set of 12 elaborately gild service plates, by Royal Worcester. The set with delicate broad gilt borders with a white porcelain background. The mark on the back from 1950.
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Vintage 1950s American Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Royal Worcester “Empress” Shell-Form Porcelain Dish Moonlit River Gorge, 1897
By Royal Worcester
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Royal Worcester “Empress” Shell-Form Porcelain Dish with Moonlit River Gorge, 1897, Unsigned Royal Worcester “Empress” shell-form porcelain cabinet dish, dated 1897, featuring a rar...
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Antique 1890s English High Victorian Porcelain

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Porcelain

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