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- TAKING THE KING'S SHILLING - Unscrupulous 18th century Royal Navy recruiters tricked men into "taking the King's Shilling" by giving them a tankard of ale with a shilling at the bottom. Accepting the shilling committed them to service, even if they hadn't wished to join.
- GLASS BOTTOM TANKARD - Reputedly glass-bottomed tankards were developed to save recruits from this trickery. Our pewter pint tankard has the story etched on one side.
- KING'S SHILLING COIN - Tankard features a double-glazed bottom with a real King's Shilling coin sandwiched inside. It's up to you if accept the drink and agree to a life on the high seas.
- MAKES A GREAT GIFT - The side opposite the story has a blank engravable area so you can have it customized to be the ultimate gift for a maritime friend.
- PERFECT FOR YOUR BOAT'S BAR - Makes a fitting addition to your ocean going vessel's bar. Or enjoy sipping your favorite ale while day dreaming about a life of adventure on the open ocean.
Unscrupulous 18th century Royal Navy recruiters tricked men into "taking the King's Shilling" by giving them a tankard of ale with a shilling at the bottom. Accepting the shilling committed them to service, even if they hadn't wished to join. Reputedly glass-bottomed tankards were developed to save recruits from this trickery. Pewter pint tankard has the story etched on one side and a double-glazed bottom with a real King's Shilling sandwiched inside. 6" high, 1 lb. Features an additional engraving area on the reverse.
