Scottish Quarter Gill & English Half Gill Spirit Measures c1870

Description

Heading : Scottish Quarter Gill & English Half Gill Spirit Measures
Period : Victorian
Origin : England & Scotland 
Colour : Clear 
Bowl : English – bulbous round. moulded form;  Scottish – pillar moulded
Neck : English – bulbous collar under short. flared neck;  Scottish – applied bulbous collar under flaring neck
Pontil : Both polished 
Glass Type : Lead 
Size : English – 96mm high x 81mm diameter;  Scottish – 96mm high x 70mm diameter
Condition : Very good. no chips or cracks; English version has internal scratches to the bowl where the contents has been stirred
Restoration : None 
Weight : English – 293g;  Scottish – 244g
 
Notes: Both versions have incised fill-lines just under the rim. This will put an end to generous ‘home measures’. ideal for unwanted guests during the festive season