This is a vintage Royal Winton Grimwades breakfast tea set, featuring the "Esther" chintz pattern. The set consists of:
Tea pot with lid
Tea cup
Milk jug (creamer)
Toast rack
Sugar bowl
Large serving tray (approx. 9 inches in diameter)
Each piece is marked with Royal Winton Grimwades, Made in England, confirming its authenticity as a product of the famous Grimwades pottery, known for producing highly collectible chintzware.
History & Background:
Royal Winton Grimwades was a prestigious English pottery manufacturer, renowned for its chintzware designs from the 1920s–1960s.
The "Esther" pattern was introduced in the mid-20th century, featuring floral motifs on a black background, accented with gold trim.
Chintzware is highly collectible due to its vibrant, intricate floral patterns and was primarily produced in England.
Condition:
Mint condition – No chips, cracks, or fading.
Gold trim appears intact, which greatly enhances value.
Complete set with tray, making it rarer and more desirable.
Estimated Market Value (2024):
Comparable Sales & Pricing Trends:
Individual pieces of Royal Winton chintz tea sets can range from $50–$200 per piece, depending on the item and condition.
Full breakfast sets in mint condition (with tray) typically sell for $300–$600+.
Rare patterns and well-preserved sets can reach $800+ at auctions or specialized antique dealers.
Estimated Value of This Set:$400–$600 USD (Higher end if sold at auction or through a specialist dealer, lower end for general online marketplaces like eBay.)
Market Demand & Selling Considerations:
✔ Chintzware is highly collectible, especially in mint condition. ✔ Best platforms for selling:
eBay, Etsy (international buyers, especially from the UK, Australia, and Canada).
Specialist antique dealers who deal in English pottery and chintzware.
Live auction houses specializing in vintage ceramics.
Professional Appraisal Recommendation:
If you ever plan to insure or sell through an auction, a formal appraisal from an expert in English ceramics could further authenticate and increase value.
Since this set is in mint condition, it may fetch higher-end pricing in the right market.
Lovely bit of English Chintz, these breakfast sets were very desirable to collectors back in the 1980's when these sets could sell for over $1000.00, now they often go for under $250.00 at auction.
Royal Winton "Esther" Chintz Breakfast Tea Set
Description:
This is a vintage Royal Winton Grimwades breakfast tea set, featuring the "Esther" chintz pattern. The set consists of:
Each piece is marked with Royal Winton Grimwades, Made in England, confirming its authenticity as a product of the famous Grimwades pottery, known for producing highly collectible chintzware.
History & Background:
Condition:
Estimated Market Value (2024):
Comparable Sales & Pricing Trends:
Estimated Value of This Set: $400–$600 USD
(Higher end if sold at auction or through a specialist dealer, lower end for general online marketplaces like eBay.)
Market Demand & Selling Considerations:
✔ Chintzware is highly collectible, especially in mint condition.
✔ Best platforms for selling:
Professional Appraisal Recommendation:
Lovely bit of English Chintz…
Lovely bit of English Chintz, these breakfast sets were very desirable to collectors back in the 1980's when these sets could sell for over $1000.00, now they often go for under $250.00 at auction.