An 18th century Scandinavian silver peg tankard

An 18th century Scandinavian silver peg tankard,

maker's mark E.P, circa 1708,

cylindrical form, the body, base and cover set with coins, the hinged cover with a rampant lion thumb-piece, foliate scroll handle with a shield terminal, on three lion and ball feet, the cover inscribed 'MICHAEL FELGENHAUER ANNO 1708', the underside with a later presentation inscription and engraved 'NO.15, 37oz', height 19cm, approx. weight 36oz.