Large circular cup with plain rim and straight tapered sides rounded into a flat bottom joined to a flared base or foot ring. Flat-top, angular C-shape handle, rectangular in section with split-scroll lower terminal. No monograms or surface decoration. Bottom underside struck with incuse circular mark containing a pointed shield with balanced scales bordered by "x MERIDEN x / B. COMPANY." in sans serif letters. Part of cup and saucer set, 1979.0170.01-.02.