This early pewter tankard could have been made for use in a tavern or owned by a cleric or minor land owner.  The cylindrical form indicates it was made more than 300 years ago, sometime in the 18^th century.  The handle shape suggests the origin might have been Northern Europe or Scandinavia. It is marked but it is difficult to read.  Mark seems to be a crown topped with a small cross on an orb and a fleur de lis on a crown; below the crown it looks like a primitive horse or sheep (several photos of the mark are included). Measures about 6 ¾ in. tall, it is 8 in. from base to top of hinge; opening is 3 ¾ in., base is 4 in.. Expected toning; minor shallow dent on one side.