Cann
Dateca. 1790
Marked by
Joseph Richardson Jr.
1752 - 1831
MediumSilver
DimensionsOH: 4 7/16”; OW (including handle): 4 ¾”; ODiam of base: 3 ¼”
Credit LineBequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Hennage
Object number2020-256
DescriptionSilver hooped cann or mug: Inset flat circular base supports straight-sided tapering cylindrical body. Body seamed beneath squared hollow C-shaped handle (also seamed). Applied band at foot and rim, with six reeds to form hoop at bottom and top of bodyInscription(s)Engraved on body opposite handle in large, sprigged script “CAP”Mark(s)Marked two times on base in relief “JR” in a rectangle (Belden mark b)
