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2020-103, Beaker
Barrel-shaped Beaker
2020-103, Beaker

Barrel-shaped Beaker

Date1809-1812
Maker Chaudron & Rasch ((working 1809-1812))
MediumSilver (sterling)
DimensionsOverall: 3 9/16 × 2 5/16in. (9 × 5.9cm)
Credit LineGift of Beatrix T. Rumford
Object number2020-103
DescriptionSilver beaker: Barrel-shaped cylindrical beaker with flat circular base and seamed, slightly bowed sides. Three applied convex bands encircle the base and rim, and two sets of two applied bands encircle the body to mimic the hoops of a barrel.
InscribedEngraved on base (later) in large threaded block letters "CEM" for Caspar Wistar Morris (1764-1828) and Elizabeth Giles (1774-1832), who married in 1795.
MarkingsMarked in relief on base "CHAUDRON'S & RASCH" and "STER.AMERI.MAN." in scrolled banner reserves.
ProvenanceCaspar Wistar Morris (1764-1828) and Elizabeth Giles (1774-1832), who married in 1795

Thence by family descent to donor