Item Report
Georgian Period English Pewter Tankard
By: Unknown maker (as is typical for utilitarian pewterware of this era, unless otherwise marked)
Style: Georgian
Origin: England (United Kingdom)
Materials: Pewter
Age: Circa 1750-1780
Condition: Very Good (natural surface patina, light overall wear; no major dents or repairs visible)
Value: $175 - $350 (auction estimate, depending on condition, local demand, and presence of marks)
Maker's Marks / Writing: No maker's mark visibly present on this image
Date: 2025-06-03 13:25:18.508264
Description:
A classic mid-18th century English pewter tankard, featuring a baluster shape with a single scroll handle adorned with a decorative thumbrest and molded base. The soft luster and subtle hammering marks indicate handwork typical of the Georgian period. This piece would have been used in taverns or homes for serving ale or other beverages, and it exemplifies the robust yet elegant utilitarian ware of the era.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a fine example of an English Georgian pewter tankard, likely dating to the mid-to-late 18th century. The tankard's form and scroll handle with a decorative thumbrest are all consistent with period examples. Pewter tankards are increasingly collectable, especially those from the 18th century in good untouched condition. The lack of visible maker’s marks marginally affects higher end collectibility, but its form and age remain desirable for collectors of early English pewter.
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Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided
Condition:
Very Good (natural surface patina, light overall wear; no major dents or repairs visible)
Identification Score: 95%
The baluster shape, molded base, and distinctive handle with thumbrest closely match known Georgian English pewter tankards. The material and patina further support this identification.
Authenticity Score: 90%
The style, construction, and surface wear are strongly consistent with authentic 18th-century pewter tankards. Absence of modern seams or casting flaws typical of reproductions. No clear maker's mark visible, which is not uncommon but would raise the score if present.
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Keywords
Georgian pewter tankard, English tankard, 18th-century pewter, antique ale mug, baluster tankard, tavernware
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