Made in England

Green, Red & Blue Denby Mug, Made in England (sent in by Claire in MO): 145 ppm Lead (on interior glaze)

May 2, 2023November 5, 2023

For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-Federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead-poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method used by…

Green Floral Denby Pattern, Made in England (sent in by Claire in MO): 346 ppm Lead on the food surface

May 2, 2023September 24, 2023

For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-Federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead-poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method used by…

2003 Brown & Cream Denby Pattern, Made in England (sent in by Michelle in NC): safe by all standards

May 1, 2023September 24, 2023

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For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-Federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead-poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method used by…

Denby Verona Tabletop Designs 1975, Made in England: As high as 1,076 ppm Lead on the food surface

April 19, 2023January 23, 2024

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For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method used…

A note to a pregnant mom I saw on Instagram — with test results for her grandma’s china (Williamsburg Aviary by Wedgwood – Made in England)

April 17, 2023April 19, 2023

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a Federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

Add Denby to the list of companies making false statements (in writing!) about the historic use of Lead in their products

March 19, 2023March 31, 2023

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March 19, 2023 — Sunday If you are a fan, friend, or follower of the work of Lead Safe Mama, LLC you may have noticed our post earlier tonight when I shared full XRF test results for the “Denby Fine Stoneware” dish pictured above. Several readers have asked about Denby products. Prior to this evening,…

XRF Test Results for Denby Midnight-Pattern Fine Stoneware (c. 1983-1996), Made in England: 10,800 ppm Lead (unsafe)

March 19, 2023April 19, 2023

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a Federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

XRF Test Results for Wedgwood & Co (Made in England) Chateau Pattern Antique China

March 19, 2023April 28, 2023

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March 19, 2023 — Sunday XRF Test Results for the Dish Pictured Sent in by a Lead Safe Mama Reader (from Washington State) for Testing Full test results for these dishes are below. The Lead levels are quite alarming and these dishes should not be used for food purposes. Some additional reading: To read more about…

Royal Doulton Galaxy Saucer with blue floral design (c. 1960-1974): 45,000 ppm Lead on the food surface.

September 20, 2022December 18, 2023

#RoyalDoulton | Made in England | Royal Doulton

Reading #1) Center of food surface of dish (white) Lead (Pb): 37,800 +/- 1,100 ppm Barium (Ba): 100 +/- 63 ppm Zinc (Zn): 50 +/- 25 ppm Iron (Fe): 792 +/- 177 ppm No other metals detected Reading #2) Blue floral decoration Lead (Pb): 45,000 +/- 1,300 ppm Cadmium (Cd): 26 +/- 11 ppm Chromium…

Vintage (c. 1980s) Royal Doulton (Made in England) Romance Collection “Carolyn” pattern fine bone china dish: 66,500 ppm Lead on the center of the food surface

July 5, 2022October 1, 2023

Published: Tuesday — July 5, 2022 Given all federal agencies agree there is no safe level of Lead exposure for humans and that in 2008, the Consumer Product Safety Commission set 90 ppm Lead as the limit for allowable Lead in the paint, glaze, or coating of an item intended for use by children —…

Vintage / Antique Wedgwood Willow Weave White Ceramic Dish, Made in England: 55,300 ppm Lead on the food surface.

July 3, 2022July 7, 2022

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To see more Wedgwood pieces we have tested, click here. Their products are notoriously high in Lead in the surface glaze (the vintage products, post-20 years old especially!) Published: Sunday – July 3, 2022 Given all federal agencies agree that there is no safe level of Lead exposure for humans, and also given that in 2008…

J & G Meakin England Classic White Nordic pattern: 51,000 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids) & 23 ppm Mercury.

February 12, 2022February 13, 2022

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Full XRF test results for the vintage J & G Meakin England Classic White Nordic pattern saucer (pictured here) are below. These dishes should not be considered safe for food use (given both the age of the china and the extremely high Lead levels on the food surface.) The trace (low) levels of Mercury on…

Royal Doulton Carlyle Pattern English Fine Bone China: 70,900 ppm Lead on the food surface. For context: 90 ppm & up is considered unsafe in modern items made for use by children.

January 14, 2022January 14, 2022

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Reading #1) White center of dish 60-second reading Lead (Pb): 67,800 +/- 800 ppm Cadmium (Cd): non-detect Mercury (Hg): 37 +/- 15 ppm Bromine (Br): non-detect Chromium (Cr): non-detect Iron (Fe): 508 +/- 54 ppm Barium (Ba): 258 +/- 25 ppm Platinum (Pt): 170 +/- 60 ppm No other metals detected in consumer goods mode….

Royal Doulton Cinnamon Pattern Lambeth Stoneware – Made in England: 65,500 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is considered unsafe in modern children’s items.)

November 2, 2021June 12, 2022

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Introduction: Tamara Rubin is a Federal award winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and childhood Lead poisoning prevention. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children. She began testing consumer goods for toxicants in 2009, and was the parent-advocate responsible for finding Lead in the popular fidget spinner toys in 2017. She uses XRF testing (a scientific…

Greenwood — Made in Staffordshire England — Hand Decorated Ironstone: 73,100 ppm Lead. 90 ppm (& up) is unsafe, most Ironstone has unsafe levels of Lead

June 5, 2021September 14, 2023

For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method used…

Johnson Brothers ships pattern (c. 2005-2007) Made in England: 51,000 ppm Lead on the food surface

June 4, 2021October 19, 2023

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For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method used…

Angelique pattern Royal Doulton (Made in England) Fine Bone China: 56,900 ppm Lead

June 4, 2021October 21, 2023

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For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method used…

Royal Doulton Lambethware Florinda Pattern (Made in England) 1980: 39,800 ppm Lead on the food surface

June 4, 2021October 21, 2023

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2021 | Lambethware | Made in England | Royal Doulton

For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method used…

1983 Made in England Royal Worcester Fine Bone China “Royal Garden Elgar”: 59,200 ppm Lead on the food surface (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids).

January 14, 2021May 3, 2021

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1983 Made in England Royal Worcester Fine Bone China “Royal Garden Elgar” 60-second test – food surface – white area Lead (Pb): 59,200 +/- 1,900 ppm Barium (Ba): 125 +/- 61 ppm Zinc (Zn): 209 +/- 36 ppm Iron (Fe): 971 +/- 177 ppm Painted areas (including golden trim and pink and white roses) tested…

Vintage Royal Doulton Bunnykins baby bowl with raft design: 93,600 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids) + 3,460 ppm ARSENIC!

October 10, 2020January 23, 2024

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Published: October 10, 2020 Updated: September 2022 To see more results for Bunnykins items Lead Safe Mama, LLC has tested, click here. Vintage Bunnykins ARE NOT SAFE FOR FOOD-USE and especially not safe for children to use! For context: Anything made today (2020) with over 90 ppm Lead in the paint, glaze, or coating is…

Vintage Royal Doulton Bunnykins dishes are not safe for children to use. This dish tested positive for 80,000 ppm Lead and 1,916 ppm Arsenic (90 ppm Lead and up is unsafe by modern standards).

October 10, 2020January 24, 2024

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Published: Saturday, October 10, 2020 Updated: September 2022 Vintage Bunnykins dishes (manufactured in England by Royal Doulton) ARE NOT SAFE FOR FOOD USE — and especially not safe for children to use with food! For context: Anything manufactured today with levels of 90 ppm Lead (or higher) in the paint, glaze, or coating of the item…

Buckingham Palace Royal Birdsong English Fine Bone China: 11,900 ppm Lead. (We need to talk to the Queen about this!)

June 13, 2020May 3, 2021

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Published: June 13, 2020 Introduction: Tamara Rubin is an independent advocate for consumer goods safety, and she is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children. She began testing consumer goods for toxicants in 2009 and was the parent-advocate responsible for finding Lead in the popular fidget spinner toys in 2017. She uses high-precision XRF testing (a scientific…

2007 Dunoon Blenheim Palace Red Drawing Room Mug: 19,900 ppm Lead + 1,750 Arsenic. Which mug do you use daily for coffee?

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020

Posted: Tuesday, March 17, 2020 Introduction: Tamara Rubin is an independent advocate for consumer goods safety, and she is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children. She began testing consumer goods for toxicants in 2009 and was the parent-advocate responsible for finding Lead in the popular fidget spinner toys in 2017. She uses high-precision XRF testing (a…

Spode Consul Cobalt pattern saucer: 21,200 ppm Lead + 730 ppm Arsenic. From 2002, this isn’t even technically vintage!

March 16, 2020March 16, 2020

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Posted: Monday, March 16, 2020 Introduction: Tamara Rubin is an independent advocate for consumer goods safety, and she is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children. She began testing consumer goods for toxicants in 2009 and was the parent-advocate responsible for finding Lead in the popular fidget spinner toys in 2017. She uses high-precision XRF testing (a…