I ordered 3 of these sets so I could serve 12 with matching dinnerware.  It's a great value for the price, and every piece is dishwasher and microwave safe!  I love the size and shape of the plates and bowls.  It's perfect for casual use, but can complement more formal dining as well. I haven't owned the set long enough to comment on its durability, but I suspect it will fall somewhere between stoneware and fine china.