Hand made and hand decorated, Royal Crown Derby launched the official fine bone china paperweight collection in 1981 and the Walrus Imari pattern design was made from 1987-1991. Modelled by Robert Jefferson and designed by Brian Branscombe. Gold stopper indicates 1st quality with no flaws and this one is in perfect original condition. The Royal Crown Derby porcelain factory mark is on the base together with the L1 date stamp indicating 1988.