Description
This is a circa late 1920sChinese-made pewter mug with a fantastic dragon overlay. It was most likely the souvenir (bringback) of a China Marine. The mug has a glass bottom and two intricate chops on the body of the mug in addition to the serpentine dragon design. The handle is dated and engraved with the Marine's initials.
VINTAGE:Circa late 1920s.
SIZE:Approximately 4" in diameter (at base) by 5-7/16" in height.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Pewter, glass.
ATTACHMENT:Handle.
MARKINGS:R.Q.M. 1928.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a United States Marine Corps collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay VBJX12 LAGEX11/12 SLAHJX5/15
CONDITION:7 (Very Fine): The mug has had some light to medium wear and has an overall tarnish; the lip of the mug is slightly warped in one spot.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.