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Beaker

Date1752-1754

Probably by Fuller White (active 1744-1773)

OriginEngland, London

MediumSilver (sterling)

DimensionsOH: 5 1/32"; D: 4 3/16"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1972-335

DescriptionSilver beaker: Narrow stepped circular foot supports flaring cylindrical beaker with plain rim

Label TextThis beaker, engraved with the arms of the Randolph family, has a tradition of ownership at Tuckahoe, Goochland County, Virginia. It descended through the Randolph, Pleasants, Minor, and Ely families of Virginia. A pair of similar gilt-lined beakers of 1770-1771, possibly by Francis Crump of London, is engraved with the arms, crest, and motto of the Carter family and form part of the family silver at Shirley, Charles City County, Virginia.
InscribedEngraved with arms and crest of the Randolph family of Virginia on face of body.
MarkingsFully though indistinctly marked on face of body below rim.
ProvenanceChildren of Richard S. Ely, Alexandria, VA

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