NAM.2003-12-65-1

Creamware dinner plate, 1873-1891 (c). Made by Minton and retailed by Daniell, 1873-1891 (c). White with wide, deep blue edge bordered by a broad gold, leaf-patterned band on outer edge, a narrow gold band with gold dots on inner. Stamped on base, 'MINTONS/ DANIELL/ WIGMORE ST. LONDON', the Minton factory mark, 1873-1891(c). Marked: G1832/V. Inscribed, 'CVIII' in centre of blue and gold regimental device. The regimental device of Roman numerals in centre of garter strap (the gold lettering 'REGIMENT' worn or scratched away) within a laurel wreath. The whole surmounted by a crown, over a battle honour, 'CENTRAL INDIA' (also scratched off). From the Officer's Mess china of 108th (Madras Infantry) Regiment, 1875 (c). Associated with the 108th Regiment of Foot (Madras Infantry) and the Indian Army.