Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross Teacup And Saucer Set, By Rosenthal Archive marked with issue number “703”

marked with issue number “703” and bearing a maker’s mark of “KUSU

of Rifle Brigade

reverse white enamel ring heavily chipped

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

measuring 218 mm in length

Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross Teacup And Saucer Set, By Rosenthal Archive marked with issue number “703”In 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