2006 Royal Worcester Queen Elizabeth II 80th Birthday Harlequin Espresso Set
A vibrant tribute to modern British heritage, merging royal history with a colorful, sophisticated coffee ritual.
2006 Royal Worcester HRH Queen Elizabeth II 80th Birthday Commemorative Harlequin Espresso Set
Hand-selected for its impeccable design and commemorative narrative, this limited-edition fine bone china espresso service was released by the historic English porcelain house Royal Worcester in 2006 to celebrate the 80th Birthday of HM Queen Elizabeth II.
The set is a joyful visual symphony of form and color, featuring four dainty espresso cups and matching saucers rendered in a beautiful Harlequin array of coral pink, soft mint green, sunshine yellow, and deep cobalt blue. Each piece is adorned with an intricate, delicately textured matted lattice pattern, completely framed by brilliant, hand-applied gold gilt accents tracking the rims, borders, and elegant loop handles. The base of each piece is backstamped with the gold commemorative inscription, securing its historical authenticity.
While the outer presentation packaging exhibits signs of its twenty-year history, the porcelain treasures inside have been preserved in absolute museum-grade perfection. Perfectly proportioned for a morning double-shot or serving after-dinner liqueurs, this celebratory set brings an unmistakable sense of heritage, color, and everyday glamour to the contemporary drinks cart or kitchen dresser.
Brand & Origin: Royal Worcester (Made in the United Kingdom, Established 1751)
Collection Era: 2006 Limited Royal Commemorative Edition
Material:
Fine Bone China
Inclusions: Complete 8-piece set including 4 multi-colored espresso cups and 4 matching saucers nestled inside the original navy satin-lined presentation case.
Condition: China is in pristine, perfect condition with zero chips, cracks, flea bites, clouding, or wear to the gold detailing. The original navy presentation box is intact and fully functional, showing honest, vintage surface scuffs, marks, and storage wear to the exterior lid, as shown in the photographs.