Germany, Imperial. A Rare Commemorative Stein for SMS Von der Tann Service, to Reservist Battermann Republic of whose care became its original

whose care became its original purpose

A vertical slit set into the neck descends down through the chest and is flanked by six sets of reinforced dual eyelets retaining an original drawstring for custom closure

consisting of an eagle wielding a sword in its right talons

A well-preserved Reichsarbeitsdienst (Reich Labour Service/RAD) “Robin Hood” cloth cap

Constructed of circular silvered metal (magnetic)

Germany, Imperial. A Rare Commemorative Stein for SMS Von der Tann Service, to Reservist Battermann Republic of whose care became its original(Kaiserliche Marine Reservistenkrug fr den Reservist Battermann SMS Von der Tann). A superb commemorative reservist stein, constructed of glazed white porcelain, the exterior decorated with striking hand painted imagery, consisting of a central depiction of the Moltke class battlecruiser SMS Von der Tann, flanked by imagery of Imperial German Navy sailors bidding farewell to loved ones, surrounded by flags and an airship, surrounded by laurel and oak