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

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

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

1993 but war broke out again from 1998 to 2000 and many issues remain unresolved

reverse white enamel ring heavily chipped

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