Letter in reply to letter sent on the 6th, the jug was dug up from the vicinity of St John's Gate, which is where the author bought the jug. The jug is a 16th century watering pot. The author is asking £5 for the item. Includes sketches of two jugs and dimensions.
Letter regarding a 16th century Jug from St. John's Gate for £5.
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