Description
- 6 × Royale Fine China Cups — 250 ML each; white body with deep near-black midnight band and intricate baroque gold acanthus-leaf scrollwork; wide solid gold metallic border stripes above and below the midnight band; gold rim line at the cup lip; footed pedestal base; full loop white handle
- 6 × Royale Fine China Saucers — 6-inch; white centre with matching midnight band, baroque gold scrollwork, and wide gold border stripes; gold outer rim line
- Total: 12 pieces (6 cups + 6 saucers) — complete 6-person tea service
General Specifications
- Product Name: Royale 12-Piece Cup and Saucer Set | Black & Gold Imperial
- Brand: Royale
- Vendor: Kaka Bawa Sons
- SKU: 360120-09
- Set Contents: 12 pieces total — 6 cups + 6 saucers (complete 6-person tea service)
- Cup Capacity: 250 ML per cup
- Saucer Size: 6 inches (approximately 15.2 cm) diameter
- Material: Fine china ceramic
- Cup Body: Predominantly white with a deep near-black midnight decorative band on the upper-mid body
- Cup Decorative Band: Deep near-black midnight stripe with intricate baroque gold acanthus-leaf scrollwork printed within; flanked above and below by wide solid gold metallic border stripes
- Gold Coverage: Extensive — wide solid gold border stripes above and below the midnight band, plus baroque gold scrollwork within the band, plus gold rim line; the most gold decoration of any Royale colourway
- Cup Gold Rim: Fine gold line at the cup lip
- Cup Interior: White — plain white glaze; no decoration
- Cup Shape: Classic wide-bowl flared silhouette — same Royale mould as all other Royale colourways
- Cup Base: Footed pedestal base — same elevated foot ring as the other Royale sets
- Cup Handle: Full rounded loop handle in white
- Saucer: White centre with matching near-black midnight band, baroque gold scrollwork, wide solid gold border stripes, and gold outer rim line
- Stackable: No — footed pedestal base and wide flared bowl form; do not stack
- Microwave Safe: No — extensive gold metallic decoration on both cups and saucers
- Dishwasher Safe: No — hand wash only
- Price: PKR 6,500 (Compare-at: PKR 7,220)
- Other Royale colourways: Magenta & Gold (SKU 360120-01, PKR 6,000), Black & Amber Floral (SKU 360120-05, PKR 6,000), Royal Blue & Gold (SKU 360120-19, PKR 6,500)
- Collections: Cups & Saucers, Drinkware
- Status: Active
Design Details
- Black and gold imperial aesthetic: the deep near-black midnight band paired with heavy gold decoration is one of the most dramatic and formally imposing colour combinations in fine tableware; black with gold carries strong associations with luxury, prestige, and formal occasion across both Western and South Asian contexts; the baroque acanthus-leaf scrollwork in gold within the midnight band is a motif derived from classical European decorative arts; the wide solid gold border stripes flanking the band amplify the gold presence beyond any other Royale colourway, creating an immediately premium visual impression
- Most gold decoration in the Royale range: of the four Royale colourways, this is the most gold-heavy; the Magenta & Gold has gold ornamental motifs and a thin rim line; the Black & Amber Floral has a silver rim only; the Royal Blue & Gold has amber-toned gold scrollwork medallions and a thin rim line; the Black & Gold Imperial has wide solid gold border stripes above and below the midnight band, baroque gold scrollwork within the band, and a gold rim line — the overall gold surface coverage is substantially greater than the other three, contributing to the higher price point and the perception of maximum premium quality
- Formal occasion legibility: the black and gold colour combination communicates formal occasion quality and dramatic elegance immediately; unlike the magenta (bridal-coded), black and amber (botanical/nature-coded), or royal blue (classically regal), black and gold is read as the most imposing and formally dramatic of the four colourways — the choice for maximum visual impact at formal events
Comparing All Four Royale Colourways
- All four: same Royale brand, same wide-bowl footed silhouette, same 12-piece format, same 250 ML capacity, same 6-inch saucer, same care requirements (hand wash, no microwave, no dishwasher), white interior, full loop handle
- Magenta & Gold (PKR 6,000): magenta colour band with baroque gold ornamental motifs; gold rim; bridal and festive South Asian occasion
- Black & Amber Floral (PKR 6,000): black band with orange-amber naturalistic floral print; silver rim; bold and botanical; most contemporary
- Black & Gold Imperial (PKR 6,500, this set): deep near-black midnight band with bright baroque gold acanthus-leaf scrollwork and wide solid gold border stripes; most dramatic high-contrast; heaviest gold coverage of the four
- Royal Blue & Gold (PKR 6,500): vivid cobalt-royal blue band with warm amber-toned gold ornamental scrollwork medallions; most classically regal; the only blue colourway in the range
Use Cases
- Premium formal gifting: the Black & Gold Imperial is the most dramatically impressive gifting choice in the Royale range; black and gold communicates luxury and formal quality to virtually any recipient; it is particularly suited to recipients who appreciate bold, high-contrast aesthetics over conventional pastel or floral gifting sets
- Corporate gifting: the black and gold formal aesthetic is strongly established in corporate and luxury brand contexts; it suits gifts to senior professionals, business partners, and clients where a maximally ornate, high-quality impression is the primary goal
- Wedding, engagement, and high-occasion gifting: the heavy gold decoration and dramatic black colourway make this set appropriate for high-ticket gifting at weddings, engagements, and formal social events; the heaviest gold coverage in the Royale range signals a considered, premium gift choice for occasions where the most impressive set is desired
- Display and collector tea service: the black and gold combination with wide gold border stripes is visually striking on display; in a glass cabinet or on a formal tea tray, the bold contrast and heavy gold catches light and presents as the most ornate collector-quality piece in the Royale range
- Hand wash only — essential; the wide solid gold metallic borders, baroque gold scrollwork, and gold rim line are extensive metallic decoration on both the cups and saucers; use warm soapy water and a soft sponge or cloth; avoid abrasive scrubbers or harsh detergents that will strip the gold accents
- NOT microwave safe — the extensive gold metallic decoration on both cups and saucers contains metallic elements; do not place any piece of this set in a microwave
- NOT dishwasher safe — dishwasher detergents and high-heat cycles will damage and strip the gold borders, scrollwork, and rim lines; hand wash only
- Dry with a soft cloth after washing — essential to maintain the appearance of the gold metallic bands and prevent water marks on the white body
- Do not stack — the footed pedestal base and wide flared bowl form are not designed for stacking; store upright on a shelf or in a display cabinet to protect the gold accents and the cup form
- Store with care — the wide gold metallic borders make this set particularly sensitive to contact scratching during storage; place a soft cloth between pieces or store in the original packaging
- Avoid sudden extreme temperature changes — allow cups and saucers to reach ambient temperature before use
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Frequently Asked Questions
The set includes 12 pieces in total: 6 fine china cups (250 ML each) and 6 saucers (6-inch each) — a complete 6-person tea service. Each cup features the classic Royale wide-bowl flared silhouette on a footed pedestal base, a white body with a deep near-black midnight band carrying intricate baroque gold acanthus-leaf scrollwork, wide solid gold metallic border stripes above and below the midnight band, a gold rim line at the cup lip, and a full loop handle. Each saucer has a white centre with the matching midnight band, baroque gold scrollwork, and wide gold border pattern. All 6 cups and 6 saucers are matched. The set is complete and ready to use or gift.
No to both — hand washing is essential. This set has the most extensive gold metallic decoration of all the Royale colourways — wide solid gold border bands, baroque gold scrollwork, and a gold rim line on both cups and saucers — and all metallic decoration is not safe for microwave use; do not place any piece in a microwave. Dishwasher detergents and high-heat cycles will strip and fade the gold borders and scrollwork. To clean: hand wash with warm soapy water and a soft sponge or cloth, then dry immediately with a soft cloth to protect the gold and prevent water marks. The more gold decoration a piece carries, the more important consistent hand washing becomes to preserve its appearance over time.
All four Royale sets share the same wide-bowl footed silhouette, 12-piece format (6 cups + 6 saucers), 250 ML capacity, 6-inch saucers, care requirements, white interior, and full loop handle. The differences are in decoration, colour, metallic accent, and price. Magenta & Gold (PKR 6,000): magenta band with baroque gold ornamental motifs; gold rim; bridal and South Asian festive occasion. Black & Amber Floral (PKR 6,000): black band with orange-amber naturalistic floral print; silver rim; bold botanical design; most contemporary. Black & Gold Imperial (PKR 6,500, this set): deep near-black midnight band with bright baroque gold acanthus-leaf scrollwork and wide solid gold border stripes; most dramatic high-contrast; heaviest gold coverage of the four colourways. Royal Blue & Gold (PKR 6,500): vivid cobalt-royal blue band with warm amber-toned gold ornamental scrollwork medallions; most classically regal; the only blue colourway in the range. If you want maximum gold coverage and the most dramatically formal black-and-gold aesthetic, the Black & Gold Imperial is the top choice in the Royale range.
Yes — the cups are designed for serving hot beverages including tea, coffee, and chai. The interior of each cup is plain white glaze — the food-contact surface contains no metallic pigments or decorative elements. All gold decoration (wide gold borders, baroque gold scrollwork, gold rim line) is on the exterior of the cups and on the upper surface of the saucers; none of it comes into contact with the beverage. As with all sets with metallic decoration, hand washing is essential and microwaving is not safe. Used and cared for as directed, this set is suitable for regular formal tea and coffee service.
The Black & Gold Imperial is priced at PKR 6,500 compared to PKR 6,000 for the Magenta & Gold and Black & Amber Floral sets because it carries significantly more gold metallic decoration. The other two PKR 6,000 colourways have either a thin gold rim line (Magenta & Gold) or a silver rim only (Black & Amber Floral); the Black & Gold Imperial has wide solid gold border stripes above and below the near-black midnight band, intricate baroque gold acanthus-leaf scrollwork printed within the midnight band, and a gold rim line — the total gold coverage on each cup and saucer is substantially greater. The Royal Blue & Gold (PKR 6,500) is also at this price point for similar reasons. More extensive metallic decoration requires greater material and production precision, which is reflected in the price. At PKR 6,500, the Black & Gold Imperial is the most dramatically ornate colourway in the Royale range and offers noticeably more gold coverage than its PKR 6,000 siblings.