Description
These copper mugs have long been favored by reenactors and outdoorsmen, valued for their ability to retain heat and endure the demands of camp life. Forged from a single sheet of heavy-gauge copper, each mug is hammered and shaped by hand to form a sturdy, seamless vessel. Copper’s natural thermal conductivity means it holds warmth well, keeping your drink, broth, or stew hot through the chill of early mornings at the forge or on the march. This particular model bears the “US” marking, reminiscent of those issued to American soldiers, and can be personalized with three initials to reflect the identity of its bearer. A similar variant, engraved with “CS,” recalls the copper mugs used by Confederate troops during the Civil War.
- Dimensions: approximately 4″ tall by 4″ in diameter
- Capacity: holds about 24 ounces
Fun Fact: Copper mugs were standard issue for US military troops in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, prized not just for their toughness but also because copper’s natural antimicrobial qualities helped keep drinking vessels cleaner during long campaigns.
