Imperial Half Gill Spirit Measure c1830

Description

Heading : 19^th century glass half gill spirit measure. a “Gentlemans measure”
Date : 1810-1850
Period : George IV – Victoria
Origin : England
Colour : Clear
Body : Notch cut rim above pillar moulding 
Pontil : Polished
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 11.5cm tall and approximately 9.4cm in diameter
Condition : One chip in the rim and one in the applied neck ring as shown
Restoration : None
Weight : 501 grams

Additional Information : Holds one imperial half gill (approximately 71ml) . A proper measure. none of this 25ml modern nonsense

References : Whisky Dispensers & Measures By Brian Brooks – Page 24 BL