Three Silver Mounted Noggins 1937

Description

Heading : Three silver mounted noggins
Date : 1937
Period : George VI
Origin : Birmingham. England
Colour : Clear and silver
Lid : Hallmarked silver hinged lid by John Grinsell & Sons of Birminham in 1937
Body : Conical with an applied handle
Pontil : Star cut
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 10.3cm tall and 6.3cm in diameter at the base
Condition : Fine
Restoration : None
Weight : 469 grams

Additional Information : These small noggins are also refered to as “chota pegs” this is derived from hindi possibly during the British occupation of India with the expanse of the empire. Chhota peg in Hindi means small shot. They are ideal for the whisky lover.