Pewter half-gallon tappit hen or Scottish pewter drinking jug, made in Banff in the 18th century. Return to Collection page
Pewter half-gallon tappit hen, lid missing, with waisted neck and reeded pattern, stamped Banff on base. Curved handle. 18th century. Markings on base: IML ,HALF GALL ,D.G. BANFF (? Half galleon, Dean of Guild, made in Banff). Dimensions: Height 28.2 cm Diameter: base 12.7 cm
On loan from Aberdeenshire Museums Service. Photography © Perspectives