Name/TitleMilk Can
About this objectCan used by the donor as a child in the 1920's to carry skimmed milk from the local farm, Biggs Farm, Glemsford. A full can of milk (more than 1 pint) was bought for 1d (more than 1 pint) and used by the donor’s mother for cooking. Whole milk for drinking was delivered to the house.
Medium and MaterialsEnamelled steel
Handle grip: Ash
MeasurementsTotal height: 19cm (including lid handle)
Rim diameter: 10cm
Base diameter: 12 1/4cm
Handle rises: 8cm above lid
Object numberSTMEA:76.A.43.3
Copyright Licence
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
