2 Derby 18thc Plates Antique c1782+ Pattern 309 Rare English Porcelain

A rare antique pair of 9" or 23cm plates made by Derby c1782~1806. 

The c.1782+ dating aligns with the use of the crown and D mark, which was introduced in 1782 and became a hallmark of Derby porcelain.

Pattern reference 309.

Condition inspection found no chips cracks or restoration. There is wear to gilt on rim areas. One plate has an original glazing flaw where it appears to have slipped off the kiln stand. the images show details mentioned. Please inspect pre purchase.

Bio;

Derby porcelain has a rich history that dates back to the mid-18th century. The first factory was established in 1750 by Andrew Planche, a talented craftsman who created handmade figurines. He later partnered with William Duesbury, an enameller, to form the Nottingham Road factory, which became the foundation of Derby porcelain's legacy.

Derby porcelain is renowned for its fine bone china and Neoclassical designs, often featuring intricate hand-painted patterns and gilding. The factory gained royal recognition in 1775, when King George III granted permission to incorporate a crown into its backstamp, leading to the name Royal Crown Derby.

Today, Royal Crown Derby continues to produce exquisite tableware and decorative items, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation.