Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross Teacup And Saucer Set, By Rosenthal Archive There is a hook and

There is a hook and eye at the opening of the collar

Footnote: The Franco-Prussian War Commemorative Medal was instituted in November 1911 and awarded to those for service in the Franco-Prussian War

the Prince of Wales accepted the Honorary Colonelcy of the Ceylon Light Infantry Volunteers

the obverse bearing an inscription of “DEM BESTEN SCHUTZEN” (“TO THE BEST RIFLEMEN”) within an oak leaf wreath

measuring 218 mm in length

Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross Teacup And Saucer Set, By Rosenthal Archive There is a hook andIn white porcelain, smooth shaped cabinet teacup, the wall bearing a first class iron cross surrounded by a raised gilt wreath, a thinner wreath also wraps around the rim, with a plain gilt lip, the unique handle which is reminiscent of an eagles head sits above the lip, the bottom presents the green makers mark for Rosenthal Selb Bavaria , the teacup measures 98mm (w including handle) x 110mm (h), small marks throughout, light wear to gilding on