A Gaskell and Chambers Brass and Pewter Half Pint Tankard 1936-40

Description

Heading : A Gaskell and Chambers Brass Half Pint Tankard
Date : 1936 – 40
Period : George VI
Origin :Birmingham. England
Decoration :  Stamped 1/2 PINT and GASKELL with standards office and verification marks. Pewter lined
Size :  Height 9.5cm. base diameter 7.3cm
Condition : Excellent. limited signs of wear
Restoration : Professionally polished
Weight :  330grams

Made for the tavern trade for the purpose of measuring liquids. Gaskell and Chambers were one of the foremost manufacturers of all requisites for the licensed trade at a time when Birmingham was the factory of the world. This was made during the reign of George VI from 1936. however the factory changed its output to assist the war effort.