Measure

This pewter measure for a Scots pint dates from the early 19th century.

The measure has an S-shaped handle with a thumb-piece and a dome-shaped lid. The owners initials, 'T.G.' and 'M.P.', are inscribed on the top. 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:	000-100-104-472-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland A.1957.314
Date:	Early 19th cent Early 19th century
Material:	Pewter. Inscription: Top: T.G.; M.P.
Dimensions:	275 mm H x 160 mm W
What:	Measure / tappit hen / pint, Scots
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Description:	Pewter tappit hen measure for a Scots pint, with a flattened S-shaped handle with thumb-piece and a flattened dome-shaped lid, the top with initials T.G. and M.P., Scottish, early 19th century
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