Harness (10) - England - 1970-1980

Royal Worcester 'Ships of Discovery' – complete collection (10 plates, 1977) – as new, original packaging, rare documents, Limited Edition 6000


For sale is the complete Royal Worcester collector's edition 'Ships of Discovery' – one of the rarest porcelain series from the 1970s.
The series was published in 1977 under the auspices of the Royal Geographical Society and was exclusively distributed through the Hilliard Collection (London / Munich).

Scope of the offer

All 10 plates of the edition ('Ships of Discovery') – complete.
Limited edition – only 6,000 copies worldwide
All counters in like-new, unused condition.
Original packaging available.
Original accompanying literature from 1977/1978.
2 rare original letters from the Hilliard Collection from 1978.
Production year: 1977
Material: Royal Worcester Fine Bone China



state

The plates are in collector's condition.
absolutely like new
No scratches, chipping, or discolorations.
Print is razor-sharp
Gold edges flawless
They come from a non-smoking household and were protected for decades.
Heirloom (rare in this condition!)

This is the best possible preservation of a complete series.

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Documentation (rare!)

Included in the delivery are:
the original accompanying literature for the edition
The presentation booklet 'Beautiful gifts with a personal touch.'
• Two original Hilliard Collection letters from 1978 (rare and increasing in value for collectors)

These documents are only rarely offered as complete sets.