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147 of the pieces are Royal Crown Derby. They are all of similar color decorations, except for a set of 12 cream soup bowls which have cobalt border decoration and gilt accents but no red. The exact production years, names or numbers of the various patterns are unknown; the set was likely assembled over several years. Some pieces have various retailers marks in addition to the Royal Crown Derby marks; for example. there is a set of 12 luncheon plates that were retailed by Tiffany and Co. The service is in overall good, usable condition. There is faint rubbing to the gilt details and assorted scuffs and cutlery marks from occasional use but the service presents attractively. A few pieces have minor chips to their rims, but no significant damage noted. 

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