{"product_id":"antique-tavern-pint-tankard-english-pewter-drinking-jug-glass-base-victorian","title":"Antique Tavern Pint Tankard, English, Pewter Drinking Jug, Glass Base, Victorian","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Stock # 26234\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is an antique tavern's pint tankard. An English, pewter drinking jug with glass base, and personal monogram, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eCharming pint tankard with a personalised finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDisplaying a desirable aged patina, gently time-worn with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eAntique pewter presents a weathered appearance and metallic feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBroad, rolled handle presents a well-balanced, tactile fit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eEngraved to the fascia with the monogram G.C.S. in Victorian copperplate cursive script\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eReplete with a glass bottom, a maritime legend to avoid taking the King's Shilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the days of conscription by press gangs, recruiters would drop a coin into a drinker's jug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eThe rationale behind the glass bottom would highlight the ruse, and avoid the contract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is delightful antique tavern's pint tankard, with pleasing tavern and maritime interest. Skilfully personalised with a fine monogram, this wonderful example has survived in appealing, original order. Delivered ready to enjoy or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMax Width: 9cm (3.5'')\u003cbr\u003eMax Depth: 12cm (4.75'')\u003cbr\u003eMax Height: 12.5cm (5'')\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Fine Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57656383766901,"sku":"26234","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/9077\/files\/26234-1.jpg?v=1792071757","url":"https:\/\/www.londonfine.co.uk\/products\/antique-tavern-pint-tankard-english-pewter-drinking-jug-glass-base-victorian","provider":"London Fine Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}