the reverse with a center white enameled medallion
until an English Company came to his assistance
and presumably after his retirement)
This decoration does not show the silver content mark 938 and is therefore a piece from after 1918
Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross Teacup And Saucer Set, By Rosenthal Buy Now the reverse with a centerIn 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