ABSTRACTSThe application of the recently developed thermoluminescent method of pre‐dose dating to thirty‐seven glazed ceramics, purporting to have been manufactured during the T'ang Dynasty in China (a.d.618–906), is reported. The modern origin of eight of these pieces is established. The remaining twenty‐nine authentic pieces are discussed with respect to the accuracy of dating possible for such wares.The criterion for authenticity judgement commonly used for this material, that of glazecrackleur, is discussed critically and shown to be of only limited reli