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Ceremonial object - Jug, James Dixon & Sons, c1898

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 Jug (1)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (2)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (3)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (4)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (5)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (6)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (7)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (8)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (9)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (10)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (11)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

    8736 (12)

  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.
  • A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

Historical information

This jug was used in the Presbyterian Church of Beechworth, likely during Communion to hold and pour wine. The church was first built in 1857, and now operates under the Beechworth Uniting Church.
James Dixon and Sons, the manufacturer, was founded in 1806 and was one of the major British manufacturers during the Industrial Revolution. They generally made kitchen and other small household items.

Significance

This item holds historical and religious significance for the Beechworth area.

Physical description

A 42cm tall metal ceremonial jug used for religious purposes and previously belonging to the Beechworth Uniting Church.

Inscriptions & markings

43 JAMES DIXON & SONS 930 BRITANNIA METAL ELECTROPLATED on base: S / on sticker: Beechworth Uniting Church

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