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Victorian Four Gallon Measure Vr Marked Seamed Measuring Jug
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Victorian Four Gallon Measure Vr Marked Seamed Measuring Jug

19th century
Description

Original Victorian Four Gallon copper measure, circa 1860.

The best ever, most attractive shape, near spherical, bulbous and curved throughout.

Squat wide form 14,3/4" or 37.5cm diameter.

No spinning, all hand (hammer) raised with castellated braized seams to all elements.

Original '4 GALLONS' label and lead plug VR over a crossed shield, excise stamp.

In very good, sound, tight condition, not over worked, some dents and scrapes, relatively insignificant for its size, not cleaned or polished, and for me best left like this.

Good old surface, not recently polished.

Height to top of handle 14" or 36cm, weight 5.4 kilos.

An admirable and rare variation on the standard straight sided haystack or 'West Country' measure.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
37.5cm (14.76")
Declaration

Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Victorian Copper Measuring Jug to the 1860s.

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SA722579
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Description
Original Victorian Four Gallon copper measure, circa 1860.

The best ever, most attractive shape, near spherical, bulbous and curved throughout.

Squat wide form 14,3/4" or 37.5cm diameter.

No spinning, all hand (hammer) raised with castellated braized seams to all elements.

fig 1. A large Victorian copper four-gallon measure featuring a bulbous lower body, flared conical spout, and a thick curved metal handle.
fig 1. Victorian Four Gallon Measure Vr Marked Seamed Measuring Jug

Original '4 GALLONS' label and lead plug VR over a crossed shield, excise stamp.

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In very good, sound, tight condition, not over worked, some dents and scrapes, relatively insignificant for its size, not cleaned or polished, and for me best left like this.
Andrew Nethercott Antiques

Good old surface, not recently polished.

Height to top of handle 14" or 36cm, weight 5.4 kilos.

An admirable and rare variation on the standard straight sided haystack or 'West Country' measure.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
37.5cm (14.76")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Victorian Copper Measuring Jug to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA722579
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
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Works of art, collectables, scientific and decorative antiques from the 17th - 20th century

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Archive I A large Victorian copper four-gallon measure featuring a bulbous lower body, flared conical spout, and a thick curved metal handle.

Victorian Four Gallon Measure Vr Marked Seamed Measuring Jug

Archive II A large Victorian copper four-gallon measure featuring a bulbous lower body, flared conical spout, and a thick curved metal handle. View II
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Andrew Nethercott Antiques

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A large Victorian copper four-gallon measure featuring a bulbous lower body, flared conical spout, and a thick curved metal handle.
Victorian Four Gallon Measure VR Marked Seamed Measuring Jug
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A large Victorian copper four-gallon measure featuring a bulbous lower body, flared conical spout, and a thick curved metal handle.
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During the Victorian era, standardized copper measures were utilised in commerce and agriculture to accurately quantify liquids such as ale, milk, or spirits in accordance with official Weights and Measures regulations.

Traditional copper measures were handcrafted using sheet copper joined with brazed or dovetailed seams, featuring rolled rims for structural strength and heavy handles secured with metal rivets.

Authentic pieces typically feature official verification marks such as monarch crowns or VR stamps, visible brazed joinery seams along the body, and natural wear patterns across the base and handle.

Large copper vessels serve as grounded focal points on fireplace hearths, kitchen islands, or open shelving, adding warm metallic tones and visual texture to modern farmhouse or eclectic interiors.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft dry cloth to preserve the natural oxidisation and patina, avoiding harsh chemical polishes or abrasive pads that can remove historical verification markings.
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