Germany, Ss. A Waffen-Ss Mess Hall Bowl, By Victoria United Republic of in Uruguay in 1852

in Uruguay in 1852

surrounded by a blue enameled ring with Gold inscription of “ALBERTUS ANIMOSUS” (“ALBERT THE MERCIFUL”) along with arabesques

the boards are secured in place at the outer edges with integral loops meeting straps emanating from the reverse of the boards

9mm (w) x 78

Germany, Ss. A Waffen-Ss Mess Hall Bowl, By Victoria United Republic of in Uruguay in 1852(Waffen SS Kantine Schssel). Constructed of glazed white porcelain, the obverse taking the form of a deep and plain bowl, the base stamped WAFFEN SS and VICTORIA, the latter indicating manufacture by the eponymous Czechoslovakian porcelain firm appropriated by the SS, measuring 22 cm (w) x 10 cm (h), demonstrating minor discolouration and surface scratching but free of evident chips or cracks, in extremely fine condition.