Commemorative Saucer, Boston Tea Party, circa 1873
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Artifact Overview
The Boston Tea Party, a political protest against the British government in December 1773, became an enduring symbol of American independence. A similar protest had occurred two months earlier in Philadelphia. The Glasgow Pottery Company of Trenton, New Jersey, produced commemorative cup and saucer sets to celebrate the 100th anniversary of these historic events in 1873.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Saucer (Plate)
Date Made
circa 1873
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All
Object ID
62.67.3.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Ceramic (Material)
Dimensions
Height: 1.25 in
Diameter: 5.313 in
Inscriptions
Centennial Commemorative Celebration of The Boston Tea Party Dec.16th 1773.
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