That may not be a cherry on the lid, but that is my impression.  I see a very faint crack at the bottom of the handle (I almost missed it), but none at the top.  There is a gap on the outside rim of the cup (near the handle).  Opposite the handle, there is a very faint (and short) crack on the inside of the rim.  I got this piece at an estate auction-I will give you the little note that I found inside.  Height at the top of the finial is about 3 1/4 inches (8.3 cm).  For being nearly 300 years old, this little beauty is in Excellent condition.

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