Egg Coddlers / Egg Cups, Royal Worcester, Lavinia, Set of 2, Vintage

• Pattern:  Lavinia (Discontinued)
• Made in England by Royal Worcester
• Vintage: 1968  
• Details:  This set of two egg coddlers features a beautiful pattern by Royal Worcester with purple and black berries, small white flowers and blue/green leaves.  They have shiny silver lids with a round ring for a handle making it easy to take the coddler out of the water when eggs are ready.  The practice of coddling eggs had fallen out of favor but lately coddling, (poaching), is seeing a resurgence.  These can also be used as Egg Cups for soft or hard boiled eggs.  These must be Hand Washed to maintain condition.
• Material:  Porcelain
• Dimension:  2.5 inches Tall (not including the lid), and 2 inches in Diameter (at its widest point)
• Condition:  Vintage - Used.  Excellent Condition.  There are no cracks, chips, or scratches on these pieces.  There are no dents or scratches on the lids either, both still very shiny.  Please review all pictures and make sure you love this item before purchasing, we can't accept returns.  Please remember these are ANTIQUE and VINTAGE items, they are NOT new, every effort has been made to show any scratches, wear and tear and imperfections.  

Did you know Royal Worcester was truly started by royalty?  The porcelain factory was founded in 1751 with a Royal Warrant from King George III.  Dr. John Wall, a physician, and a group of local businessmen, established a porcelain factory as a way to boost prosperity and employment in Worcester, England.   Royal Worcester is believed to be the oldest or second oldest remaining English porcelain brand still in existence today, established in 1751.  It's also credited with being the first to apply transferring of prints onto porcelain (in 1756).  The factory celebrated its 250th anniversary 2001. The last trading date for Royal Worcester was 14 June 2009.  However, 2009 the brand name and intellectual property were acquired by Portmeirion Pottery Group and they continue to make Royal Worcester, but no longer in Worcester.