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Vintage Norwegian Pewter Lidded Tankard – PEWTER NORWAY
Heavy solid pewter (Norwegian tinn) lidded tankard marked on the base PEWTER NORWAY and ASKWELL LTD. Mid-20th century Scandinavian piece in the classic revival style.
This is a substantial tankard, not a thin souvenir mug.Measurements
• Height: 6 inches
• Base diameter: 5 1/8 inches
• Top diameter: 4 1/4 inches
• Weight: 2 lb 13.5 oz (about 1.29 kg)Features
• Marked PEWTER NORWAY / ASTON LTD on the base
• Hinged lid with a cast portrait medallion in a beaded circular frame (decorative pewter relief, not a separately inset coin)
• Ornate handle with lion’s-paw terminal
• Cylindrical body with horizontal bands
• Wide flared foot with ribbed rim
• Heavy solid pewter constructionCondition – please read
Sold AS-IS.
The thumb lift / thumbpiece is missing from the lid. The hinge is still there and the lid still opens and closes, but there is no lever on top to lift it with one thumb. Please see the close-up photos of the lid and hinge.
Otherwise good vintage condition for age. The pewter has been polished and shows light surface scratches, scuffs, and normal wear from handling. No major dents or cracks noted in the photos. Photos are part of the description — please zoom in before buying.
About the piece
Norwegian pewter tankards like this were made for export and home use in the mid-1900s. The lion-paw handle and coin-style lid medallion are typical of the classic Scandinavian revival style. Good display piece for a bar, den, man cave, or pewter collection.
Important
Sold as a vintage decorative collectible. Older pewter was sometimes made with lead-containing alloys. Not recommended for food or drink unless independently tested.
From a smoke-free home. Packed securely with extra padding.Questions welcome. Please ask before purchase — sold as shown.Used. Missing thumb lift/thumbpiece on lid. Hinge present; lid still opens. 6" tall, 5 1/8" base, 4 1/4" top. Heavy 2 lb 13.5 oz. Light scratches and wear. Sold AS-IS. See photos.
