^Lot 258 Royal Crown Derby ABC Millennium Children's Mug

This Royal Crown Derby English fine bone china mug is a commemorative piece from the ABC Millennium 2000 collection, dated 1999. The vessel features four rectangular panels displaying illuminated alphabet letters paired with corresponding illustrations: apples for A, a gift box for B, a teacup for C, and a mallard duck for D. The exterior is decorated with intricate scrollwork, lattice patterns, and heavy gold gilding applied to the rim, foot, and scrolled handle. The base carries the official red Royal Crown Derby backstamp, millennium dating, and various hand-painted artist marks. The item is accompanied by its original navy blue branded box. While Royal Crown Derby is widely recognized for its paperweight collection, this specific lot represents the firm's commemorative nursery ware.

Dimensions4.00"L x 3.00"H
Weight8.00oz
ConditionGood