Measure

This pewter measure for a 'mutchkin' (a quarter Scots pint) dates from the late 18th century.

The measure has a plain lid inscribed on top with the initials of the owner, 'S.B.' The shape of the measure is known as a 'Tappit Hen'.

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.

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Online ID:	000-100-002-476-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.MET 56
Date:	Late 18th century
Material:	Pewter. Inscription: On top of lid: S.B.
Dimensions:	170 mm H x 120 mm W x 80 mm D
What:	Measure / tappit hen / mutchkin
Subject:	Pewter (NMAS Classification)
Who:	S. B. (Owner)
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Description:	Pewter tappit hen mutchkin measure, plain lidded type, with initials of the owner `S.B.' on top of the lid
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