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INK BOTTLE: TWO PENNY, STONEWARE

Overview

Light brown stoneware ink bottle, deepening to russet brown on one side where it was too close to the fire during the firing process. It has a squat, tubular body with straight sides, shaping shoulders and a small ring-shaped neck and lip.

Historical information

These ink bottles came in a series, this one being the second smallest. The 1d 'penny' bottle was the smallest. The name was carried in the trade and referred to the price of the bottle.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-43-1994.102
Item type
Objects
Material
Stoneware
Keywords
Office Equipment
Containers
Photographed 2023
Museum School Program Item
Statement of significance

Item used for writing.

Last modified
Monday, 19 October, 2026
Completeness
83
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