Commemorative mug, Centenary Test 1977 - Test cricketers reunion

Object Type
Domestic items/Crockery/Mug
Date Used
1977
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Object Detail

Brief Description
Ceramic mug with side handle. It is grey in colour and has gold coloured printed text, reads, "MELBOURNE CRICKET GROUND / MARCH 1877 / A CENTENARY / OF / TEST CRICKET / MELBOURNE CRICKET GROUND / MARCH 1977 / A MEMENTO OF YOUR REUNION WITH FELLOW TEST CRICKETERS FROM THE MELBOURNE CRICKET CLUB". Has images of the MCG in 1877 and 1977 on either side. Manufacturer's name has been inscribed on the base. It reads 'Elischer'.
Museum
Melbourne Cricket Club Museum
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 121 W: 135 D: 90mm (H: 4 3/4 W: 5 5/16 D: 3 9/16")
Media/Materials
Ceramic
Ink
Associated Event
Benson and Hedges Centenary Test 1877-1977; 1977
Associated Person
Date Used
1977
Location
In storage
Registration No
M10818

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I found this mug at a Vinnie's in Adelaide and don't know much about it. Anymore info would be appreciated

- David Dunne

Posted on 11-09-2021 04:12:22