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Trophy Mug
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Trophy Mug

Original OwnerProbablly originally owned by Dr. Joseph Barnard Hall American, 1868 - 1932
Date1891
MediumCast pewter, glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width including handle x depth): 4 1/2 x 5 3/4 x 4 1/8in. (11.4 x 14.6 x 10.5cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineGift of the estate of Joseph T. Hall
DescriptionCast pewter mug with a cylindrical body and straight, tapered sides. The mug has a cast, ear-shaped handle consisting of a large C-curve over a small, outward facing C-curve; the bottom of the handle is separated from the body of the mug by a short, conical support. Opposite the handle are the engraved words, "Hartford Lawn Club/ September 1891/ Second Prize/ Singles/ won by/ J. B. Hull". The mug has engraved bands about one-third down the body. It has tapered molding around the base. The bottom of the mug is constructed of colorless glass set into the interior of the mug. There is one small chip in the rim, and light scratches and tarnishing on the exterior of the mug.
Object number1982.101.148
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    Frederick Bassett
    made 1780-1785, dated 1776
    Edward Danforth
    about 1795-1800
    Unknown
    made mid 18th century, dated 1776
    William Cowell Sr.
    about 1710, engraving added 1727
    Governor Jonathan Trumbull
    about 1770
    Thomas Danforth Boardman and Sherman Boardman
    1810-1820