Royal Crown Derby Eco Stone Coupe Plate 255mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
The Royal Crown Derby Eco Stone coupe plate is a fine bone china piece finished with a hand-applied reactive glaze that produces natural variation in colour and texture across every...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Diameter
- 255
- Dimensions
- 23(H) x 255(Ø)mm | 1(H)" x 10(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Royal Crown Derby Eco Stone coupe plate is a fine bone china piece finished with a hand-applied reactive glaze that produces natural variation in colour and texture across every item. The result is a plate where no two pieces are identical — each carries its own tonal character, ranging from earthy ochres and greys through to deeper, more dramatic finishes. The coupe profile keeps the form clean and contemporary, with a shallow, wide presentation surface and no rim to interrupt plating.
In practical service use, the reactive glaze finish holds up well under normal restaurant conditions. Fine bone china at this quality level is lighter in the hand than stoneware alternatives of a comparable diameter, which is a consideration worth noting for front-of-house handling during a busy service. The 255mm diameter is a versatile size — workable as a main course plate in a starter-to-dessert rotation, or as a generous starter plate depending on portion style.
A few points worth considering before committing to tableware at this level:
- Reactive glaze pieces require careful stacking — uneven surfaces can increase chip risk if packed tightly
- Handcrafted variation is inherent to the range; this is by design, not a quality defect
- Fine bone china should be handled with standard commercial care — appropriate racking and gentle wash cycles are advisable
- Sold in packs of six, which suits controlled cellar stock management
This range is well suited to independent restaurants, boutique hotels, and private dining environments where the character of the tableware contributes to the overall dining experience. It is less suited to high-turnover casual dining where rapid cycle times and robust handling are the priority.
If you are building a full table setting or need guidance on matching pieces within the Eco Stone range, the team is happy to help you put together a specification that works for your covers and service style.
Key Features
- Hand-applied reactive glaze produces unique finish on every piece
- Fine bone china construction at 255mm coupe profile diameter
- Rimless coupe design provides full, uninterrupted plating surface
- Natural tonal variation in earthy greys, ochres, and deeper hues
- Supplied in pack of six for structured cellar stock management
Operational Benefits
- Distinctive tableware supports premium dining presentation effortlessly
- Lightweight bone china reduces front-of-house handling fatigue during service
- Versatile 255mm diameter suits both main course and generous starter plating
- Unique piece variation adds character without requiring styled table dressing
- Pack-of-six format allows consistent stock rotation across covers
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Diameter
- 255
- Dimensions
- 23(H) x 255(Ø)mm | 1(H)" x 10(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Bone China
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Temperature range
- 2°C to 100°C
- Weight
- 770g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The tonal and textural variation between pieces is entirely intentional and inherent to the reactive glaze process used in the Eco Stone range. Each plate is individually finished by hand, so differences in colour depth and surface character are expected and form part of the design intent. This is worth communicating to front-of-house staff so they can reassure guests if asked.
- Fine bone china of this type is generally compatible with commercial dishwashers when racked correctly and run on appropriate cycles. Avoid overcrowding racks, as contact between pieces with an uneven reactive glaze surface increases the risk of chipping. Standard commercial-grade detergents are suitable, but very aggressive high-temperature programmes should be used with care on glazed decorative ware.
- The Eco Stone range is better suited to environments where tableware is handled with care and where its aesthetic qualities are part of the dining proposition — such as independent restaurants, hotel dining rooms, or private dining. For high-turnover operations where plates move through service and washing rapidly with minimal handling care, a more utilitarian option would likely be a better long-term investment.