Lorenzo Amelia 57-Piece Dinnerware Set - Service for 8 - Porcelain Dish Set for Formal Dining, Entertaining & Everyday Use - Elegant Tableware for Restaurants, Weddings & Family Gatherings

it is very beautiful and it looks very delicate. gorgeous. the cups hold 4oz and a tad more than 5oz if full to the brim. it is not translucent so it is not the finest of china but since it says it is dishwasher safe it is obvious it has to be tougher. the border does feel rougher like etched glass but i dont know if this is a good or bad sign in terms of quality. it is a great sign in terms of looks and feel though. i am not using the dishwasher on them. i dont want to get surprises or dissapointments. i usually do place the china and fine utensils in my dishwasher after a meal and run it without dishwasher detergent. i use the regular or the pots and pan cycle and then later i wash them by hand. in that way the food acids does not stain or damage them and i dont have to hurry and leave my guests. it is the dishwasher detertgent that is abrasive and alkaline, doing must of the damage, when you run the dishwasher. without it, it is just a strong water rinse.update: careful when placing in dishwasher. if they bang against each other they could chip. usually place a smaller plate between the bigger plates.