Glass Bottom Pewter Tankard

Description

Metal tankards often come with a glass bottom. The legend is that the glass-bottomed tankard was developed as a way of refusing the King’s shilling, i.e., conscription into the British Army or Navy. The drinker could see the coin in the bottom of the glass and refuse the drink, thereby avoiding conscription.  Possibly contains lead and is recommended for decor purposes only and priced accordingly.

Items in the photo are for styling purposes only and are not included.