World War II RAF Silver Plated Tankard Flying Officer 47th Sqn

For sale is this silver plated tankard from the Second World War. It is dedicated to a Flying Officer J.A. Richardson from the Officers and Senior N.C.O.s of the 47th Squadron. No.47 Squadron was one of the few squadrons to use the Vickers Wellesley in combat, using them against Italian forces in East Africa, before converting to the Beaufort then Beaufighter for anti-submarine and anti-shipping work in the Mediterranean. By the end of the war the squadron was operating as a ground attack unit, using the Mosquito to attack Japanese targets in Burma. (Source: www.historyofwar.com) This silver plated tankard was made by J.B. Chatterley & Sons of Birmingham and Sheffield and stands about 3 1/2 inches tall and 3 inches wide at the mouth. It weighs a total of 243 grams. Condition is pretty good with minor wear and tear throughout from handling over time. The interior of the tankard is quite dirty and I haven't attempted to clean it. This would be a great addition to anyone's collection or a great gift for a WWII enthusiast! Please refer to photos and feel free to ask questions; I usually get back to you quickly. Thank you, your business is appreciated! Shipping will be free within the UK. A shipping charge is reluctantly added to foreign buyers to help cover my costs.