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A 1961 British aluminium milk churn of cylindrical form, featuring a tapered shoulder, narrow neck, and flared rim. The vessel is fitted with two cast aluminium handles riveted to the shoulder and includes a matching mushroom-style lid. The body bears an impressed mark reading 3 DESCO 67 within a diamond-shaped lozenge. The top of the lid is heavily struck with multiple legends, including CRAVEN DAIRIES LEEDS and MANUFACTURED BY GRUNDY (TEDDINGTON) LTD. MIDDLESEX. The lid also features a British Standard Kitemark symbol surrounded by the legend APPROVED TO BRITISH STANDARD 3291, and a bottom line reading SERIAL No 12 / 1961. The material is verified by the striking of the British Standard number for aluminium milk cans.
Weight: Heavy.
Condition report:
The churn shows signs of industrial use and handling. The exterior surface exhibits numerous scratches, scuffs, and abrasions across the body and handles (photo 1). Several significant dents are visible to the neck of the churn and the outer edge of the mushroom lid (photo 3). The base rim shows wear and minor deformations from use. Surface staining and an accumulation of dark residue are present across the top of the lid (photo 2).
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