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How do you identify Royal Doulton patterns?
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To identify Royal Doulton patterns, look on the item's back or bottom for a pattern number. The British maker introduced a numbering system in 1928, and many pieces produced since then show off a letter and a four-digit number corresponding to a pattern name. Once you've located these numbers, you can utilize trusted online resources to complete the identification process. If you can't find a pattern number, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Royal Doulton tableware and decorative objects.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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ROYAL DOULTON - HN1037 - Bone China Cocker Spaniel Figurine - UK - Circa 1931-68
By Thomas Frederick Daws, Royal Doulton
Located in Chatham, ON
ROYAL DOULTON (Manufacturer) - FREDERICK THOMAS DAWS (British Designer / Artist 1878-1956) - HN1037 (Model Number) - Vintage bone china figure of a cocker spaniel designed by the wel...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
ROYAL DOULTON - Persian Pattern Plate - Design Number D3088 - U.K. - Circa 1920
By Royal Doulton
Located in Chatham, ON
ROYAL DOULTON (Manufacturer) - Persian D3088 (Pattern Name/Number) - Persian style transfer decorated ceramic cabinet plate in blue with hand painted highlights - featuring flowers w...
Category
Early 20th Century English Islamic Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Royal Doulton Luncheon Plates, Set of 14
By Royal Doulton
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming set of 14 Royal Doulton hand painted luncheon plates that date to the early 20th century. The scolloped rims of the plates are decorated with a beautiful hand-pain...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
$875 / set
Winston Churchill Character Jug by Royal Doulton
By Royal Doulton
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome Winston Churchill character jug or decorative mug by the English pottery firm, Royal Doulton.
Category
20th Century English Busts
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
12 Antique English Cobalt Blue & Raised Gold Dinner Plates Circa 1915
By Royal Doulton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A classic and elegant set of dinner plates by one of our favorite Gilded Age factories of Royal Doulton, England. This set features their Robert Allen designed shape and has cartouch...
Category
Vintage 1910s British Dinner Plates
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Winston Churchill Toby Jug by Royal Doulton
By Royal Doulton
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome vintage Winston Churchill collectible character jug or "Toby jug" decorative mug by the English pottery firm, Royal Doulton.
Category
20th Century English Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery


