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This pewter measure for a Scots pint dates from the mid 18th century.

The measure has a scroll handle and thumb-piece. On the interior are the initials of a former owner 'W F M R'. 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: 000-100-104-475-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  A.1932.258
• Date: Mid 18th century
  
• Material: Pewter. Inscription: Interior: W F [above] M R
  Measure / tappit hen / pint, Sco
  
• Dimensions: 11.00" H
  
• What: Measure / tappit hen / pint, Sco
  
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• Description: Pewter tappit hen measure for a Scots pint, uncrested type with a scroll handle and thumb-piece, with initials of a former owner "W F M R" on the interior, Scottish, mid 18th century
  
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