Lot Essay
Another mug from the set was in the Bullivant collection, illustrated by D.S. Howard, op. cit. (vol. I), p. 649.
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CIRCA 1780
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AN ARMORIAL MUG
CIRCA 1780
With the arms of Rankin of Scotland in colors and gilt showing three gilt boar's heads on the shield and above a scroll inscribed JOHN RANKIN, floral sprigs on each side and interlaced strap handle
4 7/8 in. (12.3 cm.) high
CIRCA 1780
With the arms of Rankin of Scotland in colors and gilt showing three gilt boar's heads on the shield and above a scroll inscribed JOHN RANKIN, floral sprigs on each side and interlaced strap handle
4 7/8 in. (12.3 cm.) high