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Warm up the holidays with this festive set of four beverage mugs in Spode's beloved Christmas Tree pattern. Brimming with steaming hot cider, coffee, cocoa or spicy mulled wine, this straight-sided 9-ounce cup offers a lovely presentation before, after or during meals with a cheerful thematic spirit. A traditional design since 1938, the Christmas Tree collection decorates the table with classic seasonal motifs centered around the delightful evergreen decorated with colorful ornaments and gifts. Note the sweet sprig of mistletoe peeking from inside. Coordinates with the extensive line of dinnerware and serveware, the durable earthenware is safe in the oven-, freezer-, microwave-, and dishwasher. Imported from England, these cheerful mugs make a lovely gift to start or add to a collection. --Roberta Cruger
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Since its introduction in 1938, Spode's Christmas Tree has been the most well known and widely collected holiday dinnerware pattern. Many cherished memories of holiday gatherings are focused around a meal or buffet table. Spode's Christmas Tree Set of 4 Mugs 9 ounce is a charming addition to the well dressed holiday table.
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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
We have many pieces of Spode Christmas Tree dishes. But the last ones we got as gifts at Christmas 2008 are absolutely inferior. The first thing we noticed was that the Christmas Tree design on the plates was like a pasted on decal, not part of the dish itself. With the older plates, if you closed your eyes and touched the tree design, you couldn't feel it, it was part of the porcelain. But with the newer plates, it does feel like a decal pasted on. It is definitely inferior.
And of course these newer ones are made in China or in Thailand. I would NEVER eat from any of these plates (since the melamine scare). Now, I am just looking where to dump them. I don't want to sell or give them to anyone. So, they will probably end up in the garbage.
A bit of advice - don't buy any spode dishware.
And of course these newer ones are made in China or in Thailand. I would NEVER eat from any of these plates (since the melamine scare). Now, I am just looking where to dump them. I don't want to sell or give them to anyone. So, they will probably end up in the garbage.
A bit of advice - don't buy any spode dishware.
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:Christmas Tree Dinner Plate
I ordered four dinner plates and was not happy with what I received. One plate had a minor scratch on the rim. One plate was made in Malaysia even though the description stated that the Spode dinner plates were of high quality and made England. And finally, the colors were a bit dull and murky compared to my Spode that I have in my own collection. These plates were said to be new and sold by Amazon. I returned all four plates and received a full refund.
29 of 31 people found the following review helpful
On Thanksgiving we were shocked to open up our china storage cases and find that the green band on our Spode was chipping off. Mind you, these plates have been used only a few times over the past 12 years. We store them in cushioned cases, with bubble wrap between each plate. We have NEVER put them in the dishwasher. They have been treated and stored with great care as they were a gift from a deceased loved-one.
Now on Amazon, I see that there is a clear problem. Too many people are reporting paint failures for this to be caused by dishwashers or improper care. The people that have had their sets for 20+ years - obviously there was a time when Spode took great care to produce quality china. Today however, you never know what you will get. The Spode name is no longer necessarily a sign of quality.
What I am most surprised about is this comment on the Spode website: "Certain tableware patterns will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm." Certain? Which? The ones that are flaking apart on our holiday tables??
When lead paint chips/peels/flakes, lead dust can land anywhere. This is a serious health concern far more important than just our plates not looking good! E-mail Spode and let them know that this is unacceptable!
12/29/08 Update: We had these plates tested for lead and they were VERY positive. Ours were made in England, early 1990's. Spode has offered to replace them, but I don't want them in my home. If you already own them, please at least do a cheap home test kit before you let children use them.
Now on Amazon, I see that there is a clear problem. Too many people are reporting paint failures for this to be caused by dishwashers or improper care. The people that have had their sets for 20+ years - obviously there was a time when Spode took great care to produce quality china. Today however, you never know what you will get. The Spode name is no longer necessarily a sign of quality.
What I am most surprised about is this comment on the Spode website: "Certain tableware patterns will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm." Certain? Which? The ones that are flaking apart on our holiday tables??
When lead paint chips/peels/flakes, lead dust can land anywhere. This is a serious health concern far more important than just our plates not looking good! E-mail Spode and let them know that this is unacceptable!
12/29/08 Update: We had these plates tested for lead and they were VERY positive. Ours were made in England, early 1990's. Spode has offered to replace them, but I don't want them in my home. If you already own them, please at least do a cheap home test kit before you let children use them.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
THESE SPODE DISHES POSITIVE FOR LEAD PAINT
Someone actually tested these dishes for lead paint (see Snookfish's review from November 2008) and they tested VERY HIGH for lead paint. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Fancy Nancy
Terrible for the money spent
This design is very pretty but the first time we poured a cup of coffee in the mug it cracked and immediately and started leaking. Read more
Published 5 months ago by alj
Might not be English-made, but I can't tell!
My husband and I received a set of Spode Christmas china as a wedding gift this summer. Upon opening the box I found that one of the mugs had lost a handle, and so took to the... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Katherine
Spode Christmas Tree Mugs
Since Spode went through bankrupcy, the quality is not what is used to be. The glazing is not glass smooth as the original items made in England. Read more
Published on January 30, 2010 by Paul
FYI - Spode is not the same Spode you've known in past...
Now seeing several posts from buyers unsatisfied with recent purchases of Spode china (particularly the Christmas Tree pattern). Read more
Published on October 14, 2009 by jbtille
Spode Christmas Tree Mugs
Mugs were as advertised and fit well with my mother-in-laws collection of the Spode Christmas Tree dinner ware. Delivery was on time, in time for Christmas.
Published on January 12, 2009 by B. Hunter
Discontinued Spode flat bottom mug
This is the best price you will find for these discontinued flat bottomed Spode mugs. If you are a collector of this set and started with the flat bottom, now is the time to order... Read more
Published on December 16, 2008 by bookworm626
Beautiful and Functional
Purchased these last year and used them at Christmas. They made a gorgeous table setting and have not had any problems with them. They are very well made. Read more
Published on November 21, 2008 by rs
Spode Christmas Tree Mugs
Useful addition to Spode standard dinnerware pieces. Good for coffee, tea, hot chocolate and other beverages.
Published on May 6, 2007 by Strictly Ballroom
Create Christmas Memories
I loved the Spode Christmas plates I purchased! They were free of blemishes and were extremely well packaged. They arrived quickly and safely. Read more
Published on January 23, 2007 by H. M. Witt
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