• A curated three-piece vintage Royal Albert Old Country Roses tea service set in the Avon shape, including a creamer jug and covered sugar bowl displayed on an oval serving tray.
  • Front view of a vintage Royal Albert Old Country Roses covered sugar bowl in the Avon shape, showing its low-slung body, dual rococo handles, and matching lid with a gold-tipped finial.
  • Side profile of a vintage Royal Albert Old Country Roses creamer jug in the Avon shape, highlighting its tapered vertical fluting and ornate gilded scroll handle.
  • Full top-down view of the oval Royal Albert Old Country Roses serving tray, showcasing the wide porcelain face, scalloped edge, and twin moulded handles.
  • Close-up detail of the vibrant pink and yellow rose transfers and thick 22-carat gold stippled rim on the edge of the oval serving tray.
  • The underside of the vintage Royal Albert Old Country Roses serving tray, showing the clear, smooth English factory backstamp confirming a first-quality item.
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Royal Albert Three-Piece Tea Service Set | 'Old Country Roses' Pattern

Royal Albert Three-Piece Tea Service Set | 'Old Country Roses' Pattern

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An elegant vintage fine bone china 3-piece tea service set in Royal Albert’s legendary Old Country Roses pattern. This specific set features the rarer, highly structured Avon silhouette.

This three-piece collection includes an ornate creamer, a matching dual-handled covered sugar bowl, and a coordinating twin-handled oval serving tray. Adorned with rich clusters of burgundy, blush pink, and yellow tea roses, each piece is finished with traditional, hand-applied 22-carat gold stippling along the scalloped edges.

Looking for more from this beloved pattern? Browse additional Old Country Roses pieces available in our collection.

Dimensions

1. Creamer
- Height: 11.6 cm
- Length (spout to handle): 12.2 cm

2. Sugar Bowl
- Height: 11.3 cm
- Length (handle to handle): 14 cm

3. Tray
- Length: 25.6 cm
- Width: 14.7 cm
- Height: 2.2 cm

Condition

- Excellent - The entire three-piece set is in excellent vintage condition. Every item has been meticulously inspected; there are no chips, cracks, crazing, or structural restorations.

Vessels Profile: Both the creamer and the covered sugar bowl exhibit rich, unfaded transfer colours and immaculate, thick gold stippling along the ornate handles and rims.

Tray Surface: The central face of the oval tray is beautifully clean, retaining a bright glaze free from heavy utensil scratches or surface rub. There is only a tiny bit of gold loss on the one side. A small dot.

Backstamp Verification: The underside factory marks display the authentic vintage English backstamp: “Old Country Roses / ROYAL ALBERT ® / BONE CHINA / ENGLAND / © 1962 ROYAL ALBERT LTD”. The unmarred crests confirm all three components are first-quality pieces manufactured in Stoke-on-Trent between 1974 and 1993.

Special Characteristics

1. Design & Features
- The Avon Silhouette: Characterised by structured, vertical column fluting that gracefully tapers toward the base, offering a sophisticated, stately profile.
- Ornate Scroll Handles: Both the creamer and the sugar bowl feature elaborate, multi-curved rococo style scroll handles with detailed thumb rests, heavily accented in gold.
- Covered Design: The sugar bowl includes its original, matching porcelain lid topped with an elegant, gilded finial.
- Twin-Handled Serving Tray: The oval tray features closed, moulded handles at each end, perfectly proportioned to catch and display the cream and sugar vessels seamlessly together.

2. Craftsmanship
- Hand-Sponged Gilding: Rims and handles feature hand-applied 22-carat gold stippling, giving the borders a soft, shimmering, textured finish that blends beautifully with the floral transfers.
- First-Quality English Manufacture: Fired and crafted at the historic St. Mary's Works in Stoke-on-Trent, England. Each piece features a completely smooth factory mark on the base, certifying the set passed strict inspection as a premier grade collection.
- Expertly Fired Glaze: The bone china boasts a high-gloss, pristine white lustre that highlights the intricate fluting of the Avon moulds.

3. Uses & Versatility
- The Statement Tea Service: Serves as a complete, visually striking centrepiece for hosting formal afternoon tea.
- Display: An exceptional styling set for vintage cabinets, sideboards, or kitchen dressers, where the unique handles and lid finial provide distinct visual interest.
- The Ultimate Heirloom Gift: Because this set was thoughtfully compiled with the unique Avon shape and include the matching tray, it makes a special gift for dedicated heritage ceramic collectors.

4. Care Instructions
To protect the delicate gold stippling and vibrant floral finishes:
- Hand Wash Only: Wash gently by hand in warm, soapy water using a soft, non-abrasive sponge.
- Avoid Dishwashers: High temperatures and harsh chemical detergents will strip the 22-carat gold detailing and dull the glaze over time.
- Do Not Microwave: The heavy genuine gold detailing makes all components entirely unsafe for microwave use.

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