{"product_id":"engraved-pewter-tankard-with-dedication-the-bowler-hat-club","title":"Victorian Britannia Metal Tankard by James Dixon \u0026 Sons, Sheffield - Bowler Hat Club Engraving","description":"\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e : \u003cbr\u003e\r\nThis antique Britannia metal tankard was produced by the renowned silversmith James Dixon \u0026amp; Sons of Sheffield, England, a leading manufacturer of high-quality domestic wares during the Victorian era. Likely dating between 1879 and the early 20th century, the piece reflects the period when Dixon \u0026amp; Sons used their trumpet and banner marks. Crafted from Britannia metal—a refined tin alloy prized for its bright, silvery appearance—this tankard features a classic straight-sided form, a rolled rim, and a substantial cast handle. The engraved presentation reads “To Charles, with all good wishes, from his friends at the Bowler Hat Club,” giving the piece strong social and personal historical character. Visible catalog markings “495” and “1p2” correspond to James Dixon \u0026amp; Sons’ internal pattern and design numbering system.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eEra\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nLate Victorian to Edwardian period, circa 1879–early 1900s\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eStyle\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nVictorian utilitarian with presentation engraving\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nBritannia metal (tin alloy: approximately 92% tin, 6% antimony, 2% copper)\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eTechnique\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCast and lathe-finished body with engraved lettering\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eTools Used\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCasting molds, metal lathe, engraving tools, hand finishing tools\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eHistory\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nJames Dixon \u0026amp; Sons was one of Sheffield’s most respected metalware manufacturers, supplying Britannia metal goods widely throughout Britain and abroad during the 19th century. Presentation tankards like this were commonly gifted to mark personal milestones or club affiliations.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer \/ Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nJames Dixon \u0026amp; Sons, Sheffield, England\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eMarks \/ Inscriptions\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n“Britannia Metal \/ James Dixon \u0026amp; Sons \/ Sheffield \/ Made in England \/ 495 \/ 1p2”\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eSuggested Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nApproximately 2.5 lbs\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eSuggested Shipping Package Dimension\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n8\" L x 6\" W x 7\" H\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eMusic\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTraditional English pub songs or late 19th-century brass band music\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eItem Number\u003c\/b\u003e : P16093\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Category \u003c\/b\u003e : Misc Home Décor \u0026amp; Furniture\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Brand \u003c\/b\u003e : James Dixon \u0026amp; Sons, Sheffield, England\n        \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James Dixon \u0026 Sons, Sheffield, England","offers":[{"title":"Used \/ 4\" Ø x 5 ½\" H \/ Metal","offer_id":44141221642420,"sku":"C990P16093-V1","price":145.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/9512\/4916\/files\/1770391208-10.jpeg?v=1770398417","url":"https:\/\/www.rbxhub.com\/products\/engraved-pewter-tankard-with-dedication-the-bowler-hat-club","provider":"Rebuilders Xchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}