Tankard 1712 - 1722

This silver tankard, created by John Coney between 1712 and 1722, is a fine example of early American silversmithing. The tankard features a hinged lid with a thumbpiece, a sturdy handle, and a lion's head finial on the base. The smooth, polished surface of the tankard is characteristic of Coney's style. The tankard, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the craftsmanship of colonial-era artisans.