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MeasureThis Scots pot-bellied measure for a 'chopin' (half a Scots pint) dates from the second half of the 17th century. Made of pewter, it is an Aberdeenshire-type of measure, with a strap handle and no lid. Pot-bellied pewter chopin measure, lidless type, with a strap handle carrying the maker's mark inverted, a thistle head over initials "S.I.", Aberdeenshire type, 1650 - 1700 Pewter was commonly used for measures and drinking vessels as it was both fairly cheap and strong enough to stand up to to the rigours of tavern life. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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