C2002-24: clockwise from 11 o'clock: 1950-302; 1950-36; 1957-51; 1950-797; 1956-441; 1950-798; ...

Gallon Measure

Date1740-1780

MediumPewter

DimensionsOH: 12 13/16"; Diam (base): 6"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1950-36

DescriptionBaluster measure with double-volute thumbpiece with large fleur-de-lis attachment in front of cover; flat circular cover with two incised circles on face hinged to upper part of handle; baluster-shaped body with galleried rim and plain flared base; conventional S-scroll strap handle of narrow D-shaped section with bud terminal attached at rim and with lozenge-shaped attachment to lower part of body.
Inscribed"CO" in block letters stamped on fac eof handle at top. Unidentified
MarkingsNone
ProvenanceVendor: Carl Jacobs, Southwick, Massachusetts