Fine Adrian Bancker American Coin Silver Tankard 7''x8.5''. Exceptional large tankard with neoclassical shield motif and rat tail handle. Lid is inset with a 1709 French Ecu coin. Inscribed on bottom ''A Gift from John Sticklen to Maria Ann Anderson 1794'' and on side ''Mary Tylee Barstow, A gift from her Mother Oct. 11th 1851''. Maker's hallmarks near exterior of top handle. Overall excellent condition. It weighs 38.5 troy ounces. Private collection, Washington State.