Bronze Rum Measure Royal Navy 1843
Expressions of interest are invited - EOI ONLY. Do not ask the price. An original 1/4 Gill Rum Measure of the Royal Navy. It is stamped with the Royal Cypher "VR", the registered date letter "H" for 1843 & the supply number "6" for Birmingham. It is 2 piece cast bronze in balluster form & was an officer's private purchase. It was available from Gentleman's outfitters. The 1/4 gill officer's measure was a watch shift provision to the officer of the watch & was taken at three bells. The standard