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Flagon

DateCa. 1820

OriginEngland, Birmingham or Sheffield

MediumFused silverplate (Sheffield Plate)

Credit LineBequest of Dr. Lowry Dale Kirby.

Object number1991-808,3

DescriptionStepped circular foot supports tapered cylindrical body with deep V-shaped pouring lip and C-scroll handle with high thumbpiede and hinged, stepped and domed lid.
Label TextAll of these objects are engraved or stamped with “IHS”, which is a Christogram or an abbreviation of the Greek name of Jesus. This symbol is widely used in many Christian denominations.
InscribedEngraved at base of pouring lip "IHS" with sun medallion
MarkingsUnmarked
Provenanceex. collection Dr. Lowry Dale Kirby