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Silver "Only A Thimble Full" Jigger
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| Accession #: | 3321.25 |
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| Title: | Silver "Only A Thimble Full" Jigger |
| Object Type: | Jigger |
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| Physical Description: | Silver jigger shaped like an oversized thimble and inscribed "Only A Thimble Full." |
| Description: | Louis and Verus Davenport and their son Lewis all had an eye for acquiring beautiful decorative arts. In 1987 Lewis bequeathed over 125 family pieces to this museum, along with funds to preserve them and to create expanded museum galleries. |
| Category: | History |
| Subjects/Topics/Concepts: |
Decorative Arts (Decorative Arts), Food Prep (Tools & Equipment), Food Service (Tools & Equipment)
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| Dimensions: |
Object H x Dia 1 7/8 x 1 3/4"
Base Diameter 1 1/4"
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| Materials/Techniques: |
silver (Material)
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| Marks/Inscription: |
Inscribed: "Only A Thimble Full". Above inscription: "Sterling".
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| Credit Line: | The Estate of Lewis M. Davenport, Jr. |
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