Pewter Tankard Handle: EOA2022.107

Description

Pewter tankard handle from the wreck of the Earl Of Abergavenny. ID: EOA:2022.107 Collection: Earl of Abergavenny Classification: Crew/passengers Measurements: Length 115mm Width 20mm Date made: as yet unknown Display: not on display Manufacturer/Creator: as yet unknown Credit: Portland Museum Trust Before the advent of cheap glass, pewter was the standard material used in drinking vessels. Pewter is an alloy consisting of tin and either lead or copper and antimony. This handle was discovered with the tankard alongside. For more information about the Diving into the Digital Archives of the Earl of Abergavenny project click [here](https://portlandmuseum.co.uk/earl-of-abergavenny/)