Description
RARE 1876 HAND ENGRAVED PATRIOTIC WATER TANKARD
RARE 1876 HAND ENGRAVED PATRIOTIC WATER TANKARD
Large antique pewter water tankard or lemonade pitcher. Massive patriotic engraving on both sides of a Federal eagle over the world with a Revolutionary War 1776 flag and the large numerals 1876. Made for the Centennial held in Philadelphia as a showpiece. It has double wall construction. The outer wall does have several dents that do show up in the photographs however they are not that noticeable in person. Also has ornamentation on spout, the handle and top. Very impressive piece.