What is the difference between bone China and new China?

Bone China:

- A type of porcelain made from a mixture of kaolin, feldspar, quartz, and bone ash.

- Developed in England during the 18th century.

- Known for its whiteness, translucency, and strength.

- Bone ash helps to create a smooth and glossy finish.

- More expensive than other types of porcelain due to the use of bone ash.

- More delicate and lightweight compared to regular porcelain.

- Widely used for high-quality dinnerware, tea sets, and decorative items.

New China:

- A term used to refer to porcelain produced in China.

- A broader category that includes various types of porcelain made in China, including bone China, soft-paste porcelain, and feldspathic porcelain.

- Can vary in composition, appearance, and quality depending on the specific type and manufacturer.

- Generally, New China porcelain is less expensive compared to bone China due to the use of different materials.

- May be less translucent and have a different level of whiteness compared to bone China.

- Widely used in tableware, cookware, and decorative items both in China and internationally.