A wonderfully made sterling silver Glass bottomed pint tankard that feels very pleasing in the hand. Glass bottom tankards were first mentioned in 1694, unwilling recruits could raise their pint and check for the kings shilling. The story goes that if the drink was drunk with the kings shilling inside, the person would have unwittingly joined the kings army or navy. This practice stopped in 1870.
It is fully hallmarked Sterling silver, London 1931.
The makers mark is of Edward Barnard & Sons
It is in an excellent condition being free from any damage, repairs or thin spots.
No inscriptions past or present.
Good order inside.
It has just been professionally polished so it is free from any denting or deep scratching.
Sits steady and true.
Watertight with no damage to the glass.
385 grams.
12cm height.
9.4cm diameter at base.
8.5cm diameter top.
13.5cm width including the handle.
1 Pint Capacity.
Please feel free to ask any questions about this item or any of my other items for sale. I offer a full money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your item, if returned within 14 days of receipt.
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Internal Reference: P1931
Antique Number: SA1101420
Dateline of this antique is 1930
Height is 12cm (4.7inches)
Width is 13.5cm (5.3inches)
Depth is 9.4cm (3.7inches)
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