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Mug (George Peabody)

Medium: Glass
Place Manufactured: England
Dates: late 19th century
Dimensions: 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 in. (6.4 x 6.4 x 6.4 cm)
Markings: English Registry mark on inside of mug.
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 40.188
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. William Greig Walker by subscription
Image: Overall, 40.188_bw.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph

Catalogue Description: Mug, colorless pressed glass. Cylindrical cup that tapers toward bottom; small ear-shaped handle; sides of mug inscribed with raised letters "GEORGE PEABODY" between bands of stars. Condition: Good

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