19th Century half gallon copper measuring jug

19th Century four gallon copper haystack measuring jug in very good condition and marked at the front with four gallon, having a large shaped handle to one side, the haystack jug nam...

A highly decorative 19th Century inlaid satinwood tray of oval form, having a raised gallery with brass carrying handles either end, having lovely intricate inlay incorporating vario...

A decorative 19th century satinwood, brass and inlaid tray, the top crossbanded with inlaid shell decoration at the centre, having a pierced brass gallery running around the edge and...

A lovely quality 19th Century inlaid mahogany tray of oval form, having a shaped gallery edge with brass carrying handles either end, having lovely intricate inlay incorporating vari...

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...

19th century copper pitcher/measure. Nicely sized vessel with pleasing silhouette. Stamped on the front "2 GALLONS."

Heavy 19th century pewter one gallon pitcher with large pewter handle. Stamped Gallon with Queen Victoria certification mark. Etched on underside is name 'Colodny". Weighs approxima...

This fine antique Victorian sterling silver cream jug has a plain circular inverted bell shaped form, in the classic Georgian Irish style. The body of this Victorian cream jug is embellished with chased floral and scrolling foliate designs above a plain applied girdle. The lower portion of the body is embellished with further chased decoration depicting a swan and antique fish design amidst water reeds...

A monumental Victorian era copper two gallon ale measure made by W. R. Loftus, Oxford Street, London, England. circa 1870 Most impressive large size, hand-crafted in traditional haystack form with a deep lip and pour spout, small neck, broad base, and riveted reinforced handle. The bulbous vessel body inscribed "Two Gallon", stamped with official crown over MW mark to rim interior, signed WR Loftus London. Retaining original antique character and charm throughout, including highly desirable verdigris patina, scattered scuffs, dings, and antique character marks that add to the elegant rustic warmth, rich history, and overall charm. 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 19th century copper cooking vessel circa 1890. Good quality cooking vessel with many possible uses for todays home, such as a log bin or a intern...