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Communion Cup
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Communion Cup

Date1750-1800
MediumCast pewter
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter at top): 4 5/16 x 3 7/8in. (11 x 9.8cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineGift of the heirs of Robert E. Upson
DescriptionCast pewter Communion cup, or beaker, part of a Communion service consisting of a tankard (.1) and a communion cup (.4). The communion cup has a flared rim, straight tapered sides, and a molded base. The cup has a band of incised molding immediately below the rim. The cup is lightly tarnished, and it has some light dirt adhered to the interior. The exterior and underside have many small scratches.
Object number1975.54.4
MarkingsThe interior bottom of the communion cup has two rectangular marks. The first has the letters "CC", or possibly "SC" inside, while the second has an unknown figure.
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    Thomas Danforth Boardman and Sherman Boardman
    1810-1820
    Thomas Danforth Boardman and Sherman Boardman
    1810-1820
    Thomas Danforth Boardman and Sherman Boardman
    1810-1820
    Frederick Bassett
    made 1780-1785, dated 1776
    Unknown
    made mid 18th century, dated 1776
    Thomas Danforth Boardman and Sherman Boardman
    1825-1827
    Meriden Britannia Company
    about 1861