Description: Vintage 1940-1956Royal Navy Set of 4 Copper Grog Cups for Measuring RumSet Includes: 1/2 Gill, 1 Gill, 1-1/2 Gill, & 1/2 Pint Cupsin Very Good Condition Clean. No odors of any kind.Handles are solidly riveted, with nothing loose. Additional Details: All four of these cups are tin-lined copper, with riveted handles. 1/2 Gill cup: Engraved just under the rim: E R just under the crown, with a '6' underneath that. Also, '7' over '56'. These markings indicate it was manufactured during Queen Elizabeth's reign in July 1956. The '6' indicates it was calibrated at the Birmingham Weights & Measures Office. On the bottom is '53177', which was the Royal Navy's part number for the 1/2 Gill cup. 1 Gill cup: Engraved just under the rim: G R under the crown, with '65' underneath that. Also, just under the rim is '40'. This means it was manufactured during King George VI's reign in 19401-1/2 Gill cup: No engravings are visible. From what I've read, this is due to polishing wearing it off.1/2 Pint cup: Engraved just under the rim: G R under the crown, with '65' underneath that. Also, just under the rim is '40'. This means it was manufactured during King George VI's reign in 1940 (identical markings as the 1 Gill cup above) These were donated to our non-profit organization. All proceeds benefit Heartland Humane Shelter & Care in Corvallis, Oregon Get a fabulous deal on these antique copper grog measuring cups,while simultaneously supporting a great cause -- a win-win proposition!---------------------------------------------------------- Although it may appear that I am a new seller with little feedback, I am actually susanw541.Our non-profit decided to create their own eBay account, so I am now transitioning our sales from my old account to this new one.Rest assured you will get service you are 100% happy with. I have over 1,460 happy feedbacks under susanw541 :-) ---------------------------------------------------------- Ships from smoke-free home. Happy to answer any questions! Shipping: I ship very quickly (after payment has cleared). Note that shipping costs on this item include delivery confirmation and insurance for your protection, and ours. Please don't ding me for shipping costs I have no control over. Returns: Intent to return must be communicated within 14 days of receipt. Buyer pays return shipping. Item must be returned in the same condition as it was received. Refund amount covers item cost only, and does not cover any shipping costs. Therefore, please read description carefully, and ask all questions prior to bidding. Customer Service: Customer satisfaction is extremely important to me, and I want you to be happy with your purchase. I take exceptional care in accurately representing my items, and noting any flaws; but PLEASE contact me if I missed something, and give me the opportunity to make the situation right.
Price: 180 USD
Location: Corvallis, Oregon
End Time: 2024-11-27T10:59:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.17 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Object Type: Cup
Material: Copper
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Handmade: Yes
