Two-handled cup

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About this item

This “church” or “loving cup” (meaning it has two handles), was made by Englishman Adam Banks and was probably used during church services. His identifying mark, a bird, is struck on the inside of the bottom of the cup.

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Details

Item typeHousehold Objects
Ceremonial/Commemorative Objects
Food Service Equipment
CreatorBanks, Adam
Datecirca 1700
PlaceEngland
TopicHome Life, Household Items, Furniture
Food, Cooking, Beverage, Alcohol
EraColonial settlement, 1620–1762
MaterialMetal
Dimension detailsDiameter: 6.50 in Height: 8.18 in
Catalog #1901.11.037
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Banks, Adam. Two-handled cup. ca. 1700. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/1901-11-037/. Accessed on October 16, 2024.

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