Functional object - Butter cooler

Historical information

Belonged to Mr. & Mrs. Tate of Powelltown and was given as a wedding present

Physical description

13cm round pewter container with 5 cm deep lid. Copper handle with ornate fittings. Inside pewter tray for holding butter, and would have ice in the main container. Original condition would have been silvered.

Inscriptions & markings

MFIA plated. Deed & Barton

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