19th Century Victorian Haystack 2 Gallon Measure Jug - Weathered and Patinated

Authentic Victorian measuring jug used for measuring liquids. This jug is called a "Haystack Jug" and has a capacity of 2 gallons. It is stamped with multiple lead oak stamps confirm...

This unique antique French milk jug, also known as a canne à lait, was used in the 19th century to transport milk from the farm to the house or to the market. It is a handmade piece,...

A 19th century English Victorian era copper half-gallon ale measure. impressive size, hand-crafted in traditional haystack form with a deep lip and pour spout, small neck, tapering bulbous body on broad base, with a large handle. Vessel body inscribed "Half Gallon", stamped maker's marks, 10, and tax marks to rim interior. circa 1875 The measure was used in taverns to truthfully measure ale or cider to protect society from fraud during trading transactions. With a largely illiterate population at the time, the interests of every citizen needed to be considered and cared for so stamped and sealed measures were used throughout the British Isles. For example, in 1309 it was decreed “The Standard of bushels, gallIons and ells shalI be sealed with an iron seal...

PRIMITIVE ANTIQUE JUG/EWER Handmade from a number of metals with a hand-hammered copper main body dovetailed with a brass base and wrought iron handle. ...