Bone China Tea Cup with Gold Accents — Blue Stripe Porcelain
$79.21
Description
There is a particular pleasure in drinking from a cup that was made to be beautiful. The Bone China Tea Cup with Gold Accents is that cup — translucent enough to glow when held to the light, weighted just right in the hand, and finished with a hand-applied golden pattern that catches the eye before the first sip. The blue stripe design is quietly striking: modern enough for a contemporary table, considered enough for a formal one. Whether it holds Earl Grey at breakfast or espresso after dinner, it makes the moment feel worth pausing for.
Crafted from British-style purified bone china — a composition of 50% animal bone ash, 25% china clay, and 25% china stone — this is the material that has defined fine tableware for centuries. The bone ash gives it its characteristic translucency and warmth; the china clay and stone give it its strength. At 301–400ml, it sits comfortably between a teacup and a generous mug — versatile enough for any hot beverage, elegant enough to be the best thing on the table.
Product Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | British-style purified bone china — 50% animal bone ash, 25% china clay, 25% china stone |
| Capacity | 301–400ml |
| Design | Blue stripe with hand-applied golden pattern |
| Finish | Translucent — bone ash allows light to pass through the walls |
| Heat Resistance | Suitable for all hot beverages |
| Care | Hand wash only — do not microwave (real metallic gold components) — do not dishwash |
| Best For | Tea, coffee, espresso, gifting, formal table settings, everyday luxury |
| Not Best For | Dishwasher or microwave use — metallic gold will arc in a microwave and fade in a dishwasher |
| Origin | Imported |
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Why This Product
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 50% bone ash composition | Gives the cup its signature translucency and warmth — the hallmark of fine bone china |
| Hand-applied real metallic gold pattern | Elevates any table setting — formal or everyday — without effort |
| 301–400ml capacity | Versatile for tea, coffee, or espresso — not too small, not too large |
| High-fire non-porous glaze | Resists tea and coffee tannin staining — stays bright and clean with a simple hand wash |
| Heat-resistant construction | Holds temperature well — your drink stays hot longer than in standard ceramic |
Care & Maintenance
Hand wash with warm water and mild detergent. The golden pattern uses real metallic gold — do not microwave (metallic gold will arc) and do not put in the dishwasher (heat and detergent will fade the finish over time). Hand washing takes thirty seconds and keeps it looking new indefinitely. Store upright or stacked with a soft cloth between cups to prevent surface scratching. The translucent walls are a feature of the bone ash composition, not a sign of fragility — bone china is significantly stronger than standard ceramic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does this cup hold — is it a teacup size or a mug size?
A: It holds 301–400ml, which sits between a traditional teacup (around 200ml) and a standard mug (around 350–450ml). It’s generous enough for a full cup of tea or a long black coffee, but refined enough to feel like proper tableware rather than a travel mug.
Q: Can I put this in the dishwasher or microwave?
A: No to both. The gold pattern uses real metallic gold — it will arc dangerously in a microwave and fade permanently in a dishwasher. Hand wash only with warm water and mild detergent. It takes thirty seconds and the cup will look new indefinitely.
Q: Will tea or coffee stain the inside of the cup?
A: No. The high-fire non-porous glaze on bone china resists tannin penetration from tea and coffee. Unlike unglazed stoneware or low-fire ceramics, the surface doesn’t absorb liquid — a simple hand wash after each use keeps it bright and clean.
Q: Is bone china fragile? The walls look very thin.
A: Bone china is actually stronger than standard ceramic — the 50% bone ash composition gives it both its translucency and its structural integrity. The thin walls are a deliberate feature of the material, not a weakness. That said, like all fine tableware, it should be handled with care and stored properly.
Q: Is this suitable as a gift?
A: Yes — the combination of the real gold pattern, blue stripe design, and bone china quality makes this a genuinely considered gift for anyone who appreciates fine tableware. It suits birthdays, housewarmings, host gifts, and occasions where you want to give something beautiful and useful rather than decorative.
Q: Does it come with a saucer?
A: This listing is for the cup only. If you’re building a full tea service, we recommend pairing it with a coordinating saucer in a matching or complementary design.
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