Tankard
Category
Silver
Date
1885
Materials
Pewter
Measurements
94 x 130 mm; 73 mm (Diameter)
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Tintagel, Cornwall
NT 823872
Caption
Pewter gained popularity in seventeenth century but had declined by the nineteenth century. It is often considered old fashioned or antiquated today.
Summary
A 19th century half pint tankard, made by James Yates. Baluster-shaped pewter tankard, with inscription JAMES YATES/1/2 PINT under rim.
Marks and inscriptions
(to right of handle) 1885