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Set of 7 Graduated Georgian Copper Measuring Jugs
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Set of 7 Graduated Georgian Copper Measuring Jugs

18th century
Description

A rare surviving set of measuring jugs with sizes of a gallon down to half a gill The largest has a number of dings but is still sound Crenellated joints and signs of the weights and measures marks which are well rubbed

Sizes in cm

Gallon H 28 D 28

Half gallon H 23 D 23

Quart H 17 D 18

Pint H 11 D 14

Half pint H 10 D 11

Gill H 9 D 9

Half Gill H 6 D 7

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

Beresford Antiques LTD has dated these Georgian Copper Measuring Jugs to the Georgian era.

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SA1100090
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Description
A rare surviving set of measuring jugs with sizes of a gallon down to half a gill The largest has a number of dings but is still sound Crenellated joints and signs of the weights and measures marks which are well rubbed

Sizes in cm

Gallon H 28 D 28

Half gallon H 23 D 23

Quart H 17 D 18

Pint H 11 D 14

Half pint H 10 D 11

Gill H 9 D 9

Half Gill H 6 D 7

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

Beresford Antiques LTD has dated these Georgian Copper Measuring Jugs to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1100090
Beresford Antiques LTD
Beresford Antiques LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

Large antique furniture warehouse open to trade and public

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A set of seven graduated Georgian copper measuring jugs featuring haystack bodies and loop handles arranged by size on a wooden surface.
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A set of seven graduated Georgian copper measuring jugs featuring haystack bodies and loop handles arranged by size on a wooden surface.
Set of 7 graduated Georgian copper measuring jugs
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  • ObjectMeasuring Jugs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialCopper, Lead
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsHaystack silhouette, Loop handles, Stamped verification marks, Brazed seams
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

This set of seven graduated Georgian measuring jugs forms a complete collection ranging from a gallon down to a half gill. Each vessel exhibits a traditional haystack silhouette with a flared conical body, a wide pouring spout, and a curved loop handle fixed to the side. Fashioned from copper with lead solder, the pieces display a warm metallic copper colour and a hand-hammered finish with visible brazed seams and crenellated joints. The largest jug bears multiple dings and rubs along the surface, alongside worn stamped verification marks recording past weights and measures audits. The group measures 28 cm high by 28 cm wide and 28 cm deep at its largest point. Arranged together on a surface, these rustic farmhouse measuring jugs suit placement upon a kitchen island as a decorative display or within a country-style interior setting. The graduated sizes nest visually to highlight the utilitarian history of early kitchen equipment. The simple, robust construction reflects domestic utility during the Georgian era, offering practical visual interest for an interior space today.

FAQs

Georgian copper measuring jugs, frequently produced in a haystack silhouette, were standard liquid containers used throughout the 18th and early 19th centuries in taverns, markets, and domestic kitchens to measure ale, cider, and spirits.

These historical vessels were crafted by hand from sheet copper, shaped around formers, and joined using brazed or dovetailed seams, finished with riveted or brazed loop handles and lead verification marks.

Authentic period examples feature heavy-gauge copper construction, visible dovetailing or brazing along the seams, subtle hand-hammering marks, and stamped lead weights near the rim applied by historical weights and measures inspectors.

A graduated set of copper measures can be arranged along kitchen shelving, displayed across a sideboard top, or aligned on a mantelpiece to introduce warm metal tones into contemporary or period rooms.

Clean copper metalware using warm water and mild soap with a soft cloth, avoiding abrasive chemicals or harsh polishes that strip away the natural oxidisation and historical surface patina.
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