reverse white enamel ring heavily chipped
Footnote: The Franco-Prussian War Commemorative Medal was instituted in November 1911 and awarded to those for service in the Franco-Prussian War
the obverse bearing an inscription of “DEM BESTEN SCHUTZEN” (“TO THE BEST RIFLEMEN”) within an oak leaf wreath
1993 but war broke out again from 1998 to 2000 and many issues remain unresolved
Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross Teacup And Saucer Set, By Rosenthal Archive reverse white enamel ring heavilyIn 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