1960s Gaskell & Chambers Pewter 1/5 Gill Drinks Measure

This is a 1960s Gaskell & Chambers Pewter 1/5 Gill Drinks Measure.

It is marked on the rim with

• a Crown and EIIR 668
• 4 66

This indicates that it was made in 1966 during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.

It is in good vintage condition but has surface scratches. I haven’t attempted to polish it as some people prefer to do this themselves. It would make a lovely gift to a collector or as a retirement/ thank you present.

Summary

• Measures approximately
  • 6cm (2.4″) width: handle to edge of rim
  • 4.5cm (1.6″) base diameter
  • 4.7cm (1.9″)  in height
• 1/5 Gill (UK measure)
• Pewter
• Gaskell & Chambers, Birmingham.
•  Made in England

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Some Trivia For You!

1/5 Gill = 28.4mls

1 imperial gill ≡ 5 imperial fluid ounces
≡  1⁄32 imperial gallon
≡  1⁄4 imperial pint
≈ 142 ml
≈ 1.2 US gills