In 1775, Duesburys hard work was rewarded by King George III. The King bestowed upon Duesbury the rare honor of being allowed to incorporate His Majestys crown into the Derby backstamp. The company then became known as Crown Derby.

When did Crown Derby start?

1750 Royal Crown Derby/Founded 1750. The history of Royal Crown Derby is one of changing fortunes in the ebb and flow of time and taste. It began some time before 1750, when the Huguenot, Andrew Planche, established the first china works in Derby.