19th Century two gallon Copper Measuring Jug

Early 19th Century mahogany brass bound backet of circular form tapering down towards the bottom, good quality bucket and having a nice warm mahogany colour. Circa 1830.

Early 19th century mahogany teapoy, the shaped, crossbanded and hinged top opening to reveal two wooden containers with lids, with two compartment spaces ideal ...

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...

English Victorian copper four gallon jug with a brass spigot attached for dispensing water (CROWN MARKED: VR 22)(FARROW AND JACKSON) Good condition consistent with age and use