American Silver Large Tankard, Johannis Nys, Philadelphia, Circa 1710-20

American Silver Large Tankard
Johannis Nys, Philadelphia
Circa 1710-20

tapered cylindrical, applied with cut-card work above molded foot rim, flat-domed cover with corkscrew thumbpiece and shaped peak, the hinge flanked by meander wires, scroll handle wtih shield terminal applied with a female face, the front engraved circa 1780 with script monogram GJB, marked near center of base barred IN with pellets in heart, traces of three marks on cover, the base engraved with scratch weight 33=17; restored where spout removed.
30 oz
933 g
Height: 7 1/4 inches
17.8 cm

Condition Report:
As noted re. removal of later spout. Restored surface.