[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this set for our family and we have been using these dishes for 2 weeks I’ve been washing by hand or in the dishwasher with no sign of scratches or chips, they are holding up very well.They are really beautiful solid stoneware but delicate, they cannot go into a microwave. No problem for us because we don't use microwave but it's important for those who use them. Otherwise, they are very well made, slim design, heavy enough to hold up to serve hearty meals. The texture and pattern is elegant and unique! The gold is very metallic and the burgundy color makes a contrast with it. The mugs are big enough and I like the shape very much. They are such gorgeous dishes!