The plates were packaged wonderfully. No chance of breaking. I am now following this seller. I also ordered 5 mugs to the set (it's all they had). I asked him if he would contact me if he received more mugs. I read my messages and he did indeed contact me. I just purchased the last mug and also the teapot. He also packaged 2 of my orders together at my request. Thank you and God Bless.