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This pewter measure for a quarter of a 'mutchkin' (a quarter Scots pint) dates from the mid 18th century. The measure has a scroll handle and thumb-piece. The shape is known as a 'Tappit Hen'.
Pewter tappit hen measure for a quarter mutchkin or Scots gill, uncrested type with a scroll handle and thumb-piece, Scottish, mid 18th century
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: 000-100-104-476-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland
Project description View all records in project - Ref: National Museums Scotland A.1932.259
- Date: Mid 18th century
- Material: Pewter
Measure / tappit hen / gill, Sco - Dimensions: 113 mm H x 70 mm W
- What: Measure / tappit hen / gill, Sco
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