Each piece of Royal Copenhagen porcelain has a mark on its underside, telling its own unique story. The three waves, the royal stamp and the painters signature; symbolising authenticity, its royal heritage and hand-craftsmanship. In the overview below you can find out, when your Royal Copenhagen piece was created.

What do the markings on Royal Copenhagen mean?

authenticity The waves symbolise Denmarks three most important bodies of water; the Sound, the Great Belt and the Little Belt. To this day, the waves are painted on the back of each piece of porcelain and comprise Royal Copenhagens well-known signature of authenticity, a mark of fine craftsmanship and Danish porcelain art.

How do you date Royal Copenhagen marks?

Below you see some examples of markings on years before 1985:With line above the O in ROYAL it becomes 1936.Line below the A in ROYAL makes it 1953.Line below the N in DENMARK show 1957.When the line is below the G in COPENHAGEN we have the period 1969-1974.

Is Royal Copenhagen still made?

Royal Copenhagen will always remain in Denmark. The luxury brand, Flora Danica, is still designed and painted locally. Its design centre is also situated there, ensuring that the style and shape still retains its heritage.

Where can I sell Royal Copenhagen figurines?

Sothebys can help you sell your Royal Copenhagen dish, plate, cup, teacup, saucer, bowl, platter, tureen, tray, monteith, wine cooler, basket or other porcelain piece in our New York, London, and online sales.

Is Royal Copenhagen microwave safe?

Yes, a set of porcelain or faience by Royal Copenhagen is safe to use in a microwave oven. Items with such decorations can be severely damaged by microwaves.

Why is it called Copenhagen blue?

Ancient Egyptians crushed the stone Lapiz Lazuli into powder to create blue pigment for makeup and mural painting. Later, medieval painters used Lapiz Lazuli to create the color ultramarine. This true blue shade is used when painting the Royal Copenhagen blue fluted pattern.

What does Royal Copenhagen smell like?

Launched by the design house of Royal Copenhagen in 1970, ROYAL COPENHAGEN is classified as a refined, oriental, woody fragrance. This masculine scent possesses a blend of orange, lemon, jasmine, moss, and amber.

Are Bing and Grondahl plates worth anything?

100+ year old plates have some value $15-$150 depending on year. 1970+ plates are virtually worthless with plates being offered as low as $2 and no takers.

Is Bing and Grondahl part of Royal Copenhagen?

Royal Copenhagen Mark on Bing & Grondahl Porcelain When Bing & Grondahl and Royal Copenhagen merged in 1987, both factories were marketed under the Royal Copenhagen name, which is why the remaining Bing & Grondahl products continued under the Royal Copenhagen brand.

Do you need a passport to go from Copenhagen to Malmo?

Passport checks between Copenhagen and Malmö There are currently no formal border checks on the bridge, however valid ID is required to enter Sweden, so always take your passport with you, even if youre only visiting for the day, and regardless of which mode of transport you use to make the crossing.

Can Royal Copenhagen go in the microwave?

Yes, a set of porcelain or faience by Royal Copenhagen is safe to use in a microwave oven. Items with such decorations can be severely damaged by microwaves.

How do you display Royal Copenhagen plates?

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