Mr_Squirrel Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 We have an old Tea urn that has been in the family for years, but we dont know much about the origins. We suspect that its an old trophy for some sport (cricket is a possibility) more importantly, its a relic from Sheffield's past. Its very ornate, appears to be made of Pewter, has a brass tap on the front and has an inscription I-O-R Sheffield district No 11 William Shaw DCR 1899-1900 It has an emblem on the back and on the base the makers plate says Maclaurin Bros, Lorne works, Sheffield 282 We would love to know more about this, more for historical reasons than anything else. If anybody can help with any part of our research into this we would be most greatful. I will upload some pics later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUFFEMS Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 Have you posted this information on: http://www.sheffieldindexers.com They have access to Directories which may give information about the manufacturer. Duffems Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUFFEMS Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 In the 1901 White's Directory James McLaurin was a manufacturer of elecrro-plated ware with his address being at Lorne Works, Sydney Street. Duffems Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Squirrel Posted November 17, 2008 Author Share Posted November 17, 2008 Thanks for that Duffems. Found a bit out about the manufacturer and a few other of their products for sale on the web (interesting stuff) but i suppose what we are really trying to find out about is the inscription..... The investigation continues............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondGirl Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I picture would be nice to see it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondGirl Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 what does DCR mean after the persons name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strix Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 what does DCR mean after the persons name?I think we can rule all these out for starters When do we get to see pics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strix Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 is it something similar to this: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2370/2447039011_d1a1650aa1.jpg?v=0 could it be an urn for punch or suchlike? could it be connected with something really random like hunting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strix Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 interesting reading: http://www.teaantiques.com/teaclipper/teaclipper200102.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUFFEMS Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Looking at the census for 1891/1901 I found several William Shaw names so no leads there but, there is one: William Shaw born abt.1830 in Elsecar who is on both 1891 & 1901 living at 8, Sheaf Gardens (on own means) with his wife Louisa J. Shaw (born Staffs.). He is a "teacher of the pianoforte". I wonder if the DCR could signify anything musical? Just a thought. Duffems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.