Bone china was first developed by English potters in 18th century. The traditional formulation that contains bone ash provides the porcelain with very high mechanical and physical strength, as well as chip resistance. This allows for the production of thinner cross-sections compared to any other type of porcelain, resulting in a translucent body. However, in modern production, hydroxyapatite compounds derived from rock sources are primarily used instead of bone ash. Nowadays, China is the world's largest manufacturer of bone china.
This series of bone china features high-quality products with elegant shapes, extra-thin walls, and an incredibly lightweight design. Besides the 100ml standard size, we also offer 60ml small volume, which allows for the use of fewer tea leaves, making the 60ml Gaiwan an ideal choice for tea sessions with 1-2 persons.
To assemble a complete set for your tea sessions, by purchasing the Evaluation / Comparison Set, you will receive a 10% discount on these Gaiwans / cups. The discount applies automatically during the checkout process.
Extra Thin Wall - Gaiwan 100ml & 60ml, Cups 20ml
-6% due to delayed shipment
Gaiwan 100ml:
Full Volume = 110ml
Effective Volume = 100ml
Weight = approx. 83g
Gaiwan 60ml:
Full Volume = 80ml
Effective Volume = 60ml
Weight = approx. 55g
Cup:
Full Volume = 30ml
Effective Volume = 20-25ml
Weight = approx. 12g
Production: Chao Zhou, Guangdong