Limited Edition Edward VIII Coronation Glass Tankard c1937

  

Engraved with Crown and cipher ER VIII, "Accession January 20th 1936 Coronation May 12th 1937, The Friend of His People". 13.5cm tall with a 7.8cm bowl.

The tankard was made during the short periof of Edward VIII reign between the date of his intended coronation being announced his abdication. He was succeeded by his younger brother Albert (George VI) who was crowned on May 12. Thomas Goode and Co are still operating from South Audley Street in Mayfair. I have been involved in the antiques business since 1971. My career took a leap forward when I joined Bonhams in 1976. Some five years later I became head of the Decorative Arts department.

This item is in the category "Pottery, Ceramics & Glass\Drinkware & Barware\Drinkware". The seller is "eric-knowles-the-hoard" and is located in this country: GB.

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1. Features: Limited Edition
2. Material: Glass
3. Colour: Clear
4. Year Manufactured: 1937
5. Type: Beer Mug