Wedgwood Sets That Could Fund a Vacation
From royal dinner tables to thrift store treasures, Wedgwood china has a long legacy of elegance—and some patterns are now worth big bucks. Here’s a list of highly collectible Wedgwood china sets and what makes each so sought after.
How to Check If Your Wedgwood Is Valuable
First things first, how to know if you have something valuable.
Look at the backstamp: older pieces often say 'England' (pre-1891) or 'Made in England.' Look for rare patterns, limited editions, or collaborations with designers. Condition matters—no chips or crazing. Complete sets or unique colors increase value. Bone china pieces usually fetch more than earthenware.
Patrick.charpiat, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Patrician
Estimated value: $150
Made in the 1930s, Patrician is known for its subtle embossed design and ivory coloring. It's elegant and understated, which appeals to vintage collectors today.
The White House, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Edme
Estimated value: $200
This fluted, cream-colored pattern has been around for decades and is still popular today. Early versions in bone china or large sets can fetch solid prices.
liz west from Boxborough, MA, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Columbia
Estimated value: $250
With its detailed gilding and regal design, Columbia bone china is a sleeper hit among collectors. Earlier versions from the 1920s hold more value.
Wedgwood Wild Strawberry
Estimated value: $275
Delicate pink berries and gold trim make this pattern both whimsical and sophisticated. It's especially valuable when in perfect condition with original boxes.
Jan Simek, Pickard Collectors Club, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Kutani Crane
Estimated value: $300
A favorite in the US during the 1960s, this Japanese-inspired pattern features cranes and florals. Discontinued now, full sets are growing in value.
Wedgwood Oberon
Estimated value: $325
Green borders and mythical themes make this pattern unique. Collectors love it for its blend of fantasy and fine china quality.
Wedgwood Ice Rose
Estimated value: $350
Discontinued in the late 1990s, this frosty floral pattern has seen a surge in interest from younger collectors seeking something vintage yet modern.
Syracuse China Company, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Florentine Turquoise
Estimated value: $400
An intricate and colorful design filled with griffins and scrolls. The turquoise variant is especially popular and hard to find in full sets.
Wedgwood Mirabelle
Estimated value: $425
Floral sprays and subtle pink touches give this pattern timeless appeal. Scarcer than some floral Wedgwood styles, and gaining popularity.
Wedgwood Amherst
Estimated value: $450
Blue and platinum accents make this a refined, understated pattern. Discontinued in 2012, and bone china versions are rising in value.
Auckland Museum, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Belle Fleur
Estimated value: $500
Soft pastels and a delicate lattice border give this pattern a garden-party feel. Its rarity is driving up prices on secondary markets.
Wedgwood Cavendish
Estimated value: $550
An elegant gold-rimmed design with minimal patterning, Cavendish is appreciated by those who love simplicity. Full place settings bring higher values.
Wedgwood Angela
Estimated value: $600
Named after a romantic English flower, this pattern has a 1980s charm. It’s sought after for bridal china collections and vintage decorators.
Wedgwood Queen's Plain
Estimated value: $650
Simple creamware from Wedgwood's early lines, Queen’s Plain is rare to find in pristine condition. Collectors value it for its historic roots.
Wedgwood Cuckoo
Estimated value: $700
Part of Wedgwood’s Wonderlust collection, this vibrant bird and floral pattern was made in limited quantities. It has skyrocketed in collector appeal.
Auckland Museum, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood India
Estimated value: $800
Inspired by Indian textiles, this pattern features elephants and intricate designs. It’s bold, collectible, and especially popular in international auctions.
Wedgwood Osborne
Estimated value: $850
A lesser-known pattern with navy and gold accents, Osborne is hard to find. Its scarcity makes it a sleeper hit for investors.
Tim Evanson from Cleveland Heights, Ohio, USA, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Kutani Crane (Full 12-piece Set)
Estimated value: $1,000
While individual pieces are affordable, complete sets with serving platters can fetch four figures. Especially true for mint-condition sets.
Wedgwood Strawberry Hill
Estimated value: $1,200
This vintage floral pattern has a romantic, Victorian look that’s adored by vintage decorators. Complete tea sets are highly sought after.
Tess Mattew, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Napoleon Ivy
Estimated value: $1,400
Once used by Napoleon himself, this pattern features ivy vines and creamy backgrounds. Historic provenance adds a premium to its resale value.
Wedgwood Basalt Blackware
Estimated value: $1,600
Dating back to the late 1700s, this unglazed stoneware is a serious collector’s prize. Early pieces can be worth thousands individually.
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre
Estimated value: $2,000
Produced between 1915–1930, these whimsical and colorful designs are rare and mesmerizing. The fantastical themes are now museum-worthy collector items.
Daisy Makeig-Jones; Josiah Wedgwood & Sons Ltd, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Keith Murray Line
Estimated value: $2,200
Designed in the 1930s by architect Keith Murray, these minimalist pieces are coveted for their rarity and modernist aesthetic.
Josiah Wedgwood & Sons Ltd; Keith Murray, Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood Portland Vase Replicas
Estimated value: $2,500
Faithful replicas of the ancient Roman Portland Vase made in the 18th century. Early copies signed by Josiah Wedgwood fetch premium prices.
Daderot, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Wedgwood First-Edition Jasperware
Estimated value: $3,000+
Jasperware is iconic, but early examples in rare colors (like crimson or sage green) signed by Josiah Wedgwood himself are among the most valuable pieces today.
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