Exhibit Antiques

Description

Date & Origin

England, c1860. Period of Victoria.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. Some crizzling at the base of the bowl from manufacture.

Dimensions

Height: 22.1cm Rim diameter: 11.3cm Foot diameter: 11.6cm.

Weight

641 grams

Technical Description

An engraved 19th century Ancient Shepherds Ashton Unity glass goblet. The round funnel bowl is engraved with Ancient Shepherds Ashton Unity above their crest which contains two shepherds and a coat of arms Poor mans’ home lodge No 392 opened May 24th 1845 below. Slice cutting at the base of the bowl continues down the knopped hollow stem. This is all supported by a conical foot with a star cut base.

Historical Relevance

The Ancient Order of Shepherds was established on Christmas day 1826 and served as a ‘sick and burial club’ for shepherds. The group members invested each month and would receive a sum to cover earnings lost due to illness or injury and burial expenses when required. The organisation exists to this day as an amalgamation of similar societies as a modern insurance provider.