Technical Description
A superb early 19th cen Masonic Engraved glass rummer dating c1820.
It has a large bucket bowl engraved with various masonic symbols including all seeing eye emanating from processional axis which joins the left pillar *Jacob) and the right pillar (Boaz). Sun, moon and seven stars. The three steps to represent the three stages of life, the three great lights which represent the Holy Bible, the set quare and compass. The G (Geometry) is surrounded by the Star Of David and radial light. A large cushion knop stem above a conical foot with polished pontil.
Date & Origin
England, c1820.
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 16.2cm
Rim diameter: 10.6cm
Foot diameter: 6.7cm
Historical Interest
The 'Radical Rising' or 'Radical War' of 1820, also known as the Scottish Insurrection of 1820, was a week of strikes and unrest in Scotland that culminated in the trial of a number of 'radicals' for the crime of treason....
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