19th Century four gallon Copper Measuring Jug

19th Century copper kettle, having a shaped handle, turned finial on the lid and a shaped spout. Circa 1860.

19th Century copper kettle, having a shaped handle, turned finial on the lid and a shaped spout. Circa 1860.

19th Century copper kettle, having a shaped handle, turned finial on the lid and a shaped spout. Circa 1860.

19th Century copper kettle, having a shaped handle, turned finial on the lid and a shaped spout. Circa 1860.

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...

Large Victorian Copper Jug 12 Quartz Hollow Copper Rivited Handle with Braize seam at back, LeadCheck seal Stamped VR 12 Quartz Diameter Base:37cm Good Original Condition Recent Pol...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1860-1880 Victorian Copper & Brass 2 Gallon Pitcher jug. I have two of these, the second jug is an earlier Georgian...

Mid-19th century 2-gallon copper haystack measure, English. Dovetailed construction. Very good condition - minor dings & dents commensurate with age & function. One official confirma...