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    Posted 11 years ago

    Bigsarge
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    I know it's made in India Read that from the mark. The mark also has (I think) W1558 (what does that mean). Can you tell me what it is made of? ( My guess Brass) What was it used for? (Tea) How old might it be? (1700 wishful) Does Brass have a Value like, copper, silver, or Gold?

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    1. riaz06 riaz06, 11 years ago
      its a wine dispenser,or a drink called SHERBET,mostly flavoured with rose water.

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