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Antique Guernsey Pewter 1 Pint Lidded Flagon by Carter, Circa 1750.
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Antique Guernsey Pewter 1 Pint Lidded Flagon by Carter, Circa 1750.

18th century
Sold 20 July 2026 · Antique Pewter
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Description

Antique Guernsey flagon of 1 pint capacity, heart shaped lid with twin acorn thumb piece. This style of flagon is know as 'type 1'.

The lid bears the rubbed touchmarks and London label of Carter, who worked 1730-1770. It is thought that Carter was a Cornishman working in either Cornwall or London. There are also ownership initials 'NB' stamped on the lid.

The flagon is in excellent condition with a polished silver grey finish, note the clear linen mark on the inside where the top of the handle joins the body.

Circa 1750.

Size:

Height: 7.00 in (18.00cm).

Base diameter: 3.625in (8.50cm).

Shipping costs:

UK: £12.00

Europe: £30.00

USA/Canada: £40.00

Other countries: Please ask.

Stock number: P-060.

Date of Manufacture

Antique Pewter has dated this Antique Pewter Lidded Flagon to the 1750s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
8.5cm (3.35")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1145394
Dealers Internal Reference
P-060
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Description
Antique Guernsey flagon of 1 pint capacity, heart shaped lid with twin acorn thumb piece. This style of flagon is know as 'type 1'.

The lid bears the rubbed touchmarks and London label of Carter, who worked 1730-1770. It is thought that Carter was a Cornishman working in either Cornwall or London. There are also ownership initials 'NB' stamped on the lid.

“
The flagon is in excellent condition with a polished silver grey finish, note the clear linen mark on the inside where the top of the handle joins the body.
Antique Pewter

Circa 1750.

Size:

Height: 7.00 in (18.00cm).

Base diameter: 3.625in (8.50cm).

Shipping costs:

UK: £12.00

Europe: £30.00

USA/Canada: £40.00

Other countries: Please ask.

Stock number: P-060.

Date of Manufacture

Antique Pewter has dated this Antique Pewter Lidded Flagon to the 1750s.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
8.5cm (3.35")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1145394
Dealers Internal Ref
P-060
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Antique british & european pewter.

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An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. SOLD20 JUL 26
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Archive I An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. SOLD20 JUL 26

Antique Guernsey Pewter 1 Pint Lidded Flagon by Carter, Circa 1750.

Archive II An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View II
Archive III An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View III
Archive IV An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View IV
Archive V An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View V
Archive VI An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View VI
Archive VII An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View VII
Archive VIII An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View VIII
Archive IX An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View IX
Archive X An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View X
Archive XI An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid. View XI
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Location: c/o Cotswold Oriental Rugs, High Street, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0AD, United Kingdom
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An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid.
ANTIQUE GUERNSEY PEWTER 1 PINT LIDDED FLAGON BY CARTER, CIRCA 1750.
Ref: SA1145394
An antique grey pewter lidded flagon featuring a bulbous body, horizontal reeded bands, a curved handle, and a hinged lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFlagons & Tankards
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPewter
  • ColourGrey
  • MotifsHinged lid, Thumbpiece, Reeded bands, Loop handle
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 8.5 cm (3 in) x D 8.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

An antique lidded flagon is a tall drinking vessel featuring a hinged lid and a handle, historically used for serving ales, wines, and other beverages in taverns and households during the 17th and 18th centuries.

These vessels were traditionally crafted from pewter, which is a malleable metal alloy composed primarily of tin, historically mixed with copper, lead, or bismuth to improve durability.

Authentication involves examining maker marks or touchmarks, checking for the characteristic dull grey oxidisation pattern, and analysing casting seams and weight consistent with period manufacturing techniques.

An antique pewter flagon can be displayed on a sideboard or open shelf to introduce metallic texture, contrasting well against natural wood surfaces or used as a rustic vase for dried botanicals.

Preservation requires keeping pewter dry, cleaning only with mild soap and water when necessary, and avoiding harsh metal polishes that can strip away the historical patina.
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