Large Georgian Copper Gallon Measure

19th C Conical French copper brass banded measure A super large piece from France the pot has conical shape and strong riveted handles It is in good condition and is 11” tall, 12...

19th century copper Ale Muller and wine funnel, set A good pair, the Muller has a ringed cone and a rolled copper handle The wine funnel sits neatly ins...

Charming 19th century oval century copper kettle A lovely traditional piece, well used but solid and very attractive The kettle is 13” high, 12” long and 7” wide GB324.

19th Century Copper Kettle on a Wrought Iron Stand This charming Arts and Crafts Kettle stands on its own wrought iron stand The kettle is 15” high on the stand, 11” wide and 10” ...

19th century Copper Swinging Sprit Kettle on a Wrought Iron stand This charming Arts and Crafts spirit Kettle hangs from a wrought iron stand, it has a copper spirit burner which...

Kitchen Range Copper Hot Water Urn Samovar This very practical piece has been tinned inside the Copper body with brass banding, iron handles it has a copp...

19th century copper pitcher/measure. Nicely sized vessel with pleasing silhouette. Stamped on the front "2 GALLONS."

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...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1780 – 1800 Georgian Copper & Brass 2 Gallon Pitcher jug I have two of these, the second jug is a later Victorian e...

Enormous late 18th to early 19th century Georgian copper 5 gallon haystack jug or pitcher, massive tapered body with a large handle. Copper haystack measures...

A monumental Victorian era copper two gallon ale measure made by W. R. Loftus, Oxford Street, London, England. circa 1870 Most impressive large size, hand-crafted in traditional haystack form with a deep lip and pour spout, small neck, broad base, and riveted reinforced handle. The bulbous vessel body inscribed "Two Gallon", stamped with official crown over MW mark to rim interior, signed WR Loftus London. Retaining original antique character and charm throughout, including highly desirable verdigris patina, scattered scuffs, dings, and antique character marks that add to the elegant rustic warmth, rich history, and overall charm. 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...

Heavy 19th century pewter one gallon pitcher with large pewter handle. Stamped Gallon with Queen Victoria certification mark. Etched on underside is name 'Colodny". Weighs approxima...