THIS TIN GLAZED POTTERY IS THE REAL DEAL . AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE CIRCA 1790. Tin glaze also referred to as faience was a process that allowed the potter to hand paint and decorate the piece. AS YOU CAN SEE IT READS OR APPEARS TO BE SPANISH OR ITALIAN WORDS. I have not been able to translate . It appears to read “BEVI MATIO” ? . The dimensions are unusual it stands 4 5/8ths inches tall at the pourer lip. THE WIDTH ACROSS THE TOP IS 6 inches. Applied pottery handle. The TEXTURE OF THIS POTTERY IS SOFT SO IT DOES GET BUMPS AND NICKS yes this piece is imperfect . Inside this piece found in a Maine estate is an old piece of paper with the previous owners name and SCOTLAND location. I have closely photographed the damage around the rim and on the handle. I am selling in found antique condition . Questions are encouraged and will be answered ASAP . This is a buy it now for $325.00buyer pays shipping and handling