Post-Medieval — Stuart; 17th century
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Preumably this mark relates to a tavern or ale house with the name King’s head (see notes for 33.104/8 above). The marks were copied by a 20th century faker (see baluster measure in the Pewter Society fake collection, Pewter Society 19XX) ..
lid, baluster measure lid
London
lead alloy, tin alloy, pewter
Permanent collection
