Royal Prince Bone China Teacup and Saucer - Invitation Series

This is a fine bone china teacup and saucer set from the 'Invitation' series by Royal Prince. The set features a classic fluted or 'Malvern' style body with a delicate scalloped rim on both the cup and saucer. It is constructed from high-quality, translucent white bone china and is decorated with a sophisticated floral transfer pattern consisting of large, blooming roses in shades of deep royal purple and smoky grey, accented by charcoal-colored foliage. The rims of both pieces, as well as the elegant handle, are finished with hand-applied gold gilding. The handle is an ornate, angular 'ear' shape, often associated with mid-20th-century English ceramics. Based on the design and series name, this set likely dates from the late 1960s to the 1970s. The glaze appears bright and reflective, indicating good preservation. There are no immediate signs of chips, cracks, or heavy crazing visible in the image, though characteristic minor wear to the gold gilt on the rim and handle is common for pieces of this vintage. The craftsmanship reflects a high standard of mass-market English china production popular for tea service during the mid-to-late 20th century.