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Town Crier toby jug - England circa 1940

Town Crier toby jug produced in England circa 1940. A town crier, also called a bellman, is an officer of a royal court or public authority who makes public pronouncements in the streets as required. Criers often dress elaborately, by a tradition dating to the 18th century, in a red and gold coat, white breeches, black boots and a tricorn hat. In English-speaking countries, they carried a handbell to attract people's attention, as they shouted the words "Oyez, Oyez, Oyez!" before making their announcements. The word "Oyez" means "hear ye," which is a call for silence and attention.

Maker:

unknown

England

circa 1940

Model #:

toby jug

medium

Size:

Height:

4 3/4"

Town Crier toby jug - England circa 1940
Town Crier toby jug - England circa 1940
Town Crier toby jug - England circa 1940
Town Crier toby jug - England circa 1940
Town Crier toby jug - England circa 1940
Town Crier toby jug - England circa 1940
Town Crier toby jug - England circa 1940
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