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Tankard

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1830-18830

GUSN

GUSN-255481

Description

Tulip/baluster shape, probably for ale. 'S' scroll handle with indentation at top for hinge. Originally had a lid. Ribbing on shoulder. Two concave bands above foot ring. Marked on rim by handle "Pint" and on opposite rim a crown with "VR" for Victoria Regina, and BB underneath that.

Details

Descriptive Terms

tankards
pewter (tin alloy)
britannia metal
Tankard

Inscription

Pint
VR / BB (With crown for "Victoria Regina")

Associated Person

Thacher, Mary

Associated Building

Original To Winslow Crocker House (Yarmouth Port, Mass.),

Additional Identification Number

283.1981

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

England

Dimensions

4 7/8 (H), 4 1/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Estate of Guido Perera

Accession Number

1999.488

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