A tyg (or tig) is a large English pottery mug with three or more handles dividing the rim into sections for several drinkers. These tall, black-glazed, red-bodied drinking vessels were produced from the 15th century through the first half of the 17th century, peaking in popularity during the 16th and 17th centuries.

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Royal Crown Derby IMARI 2451 Miniature Tyg Mug / Cup 3 Handles 1914 2 1/4" Tall. Opens in a new window or tab. Pre-Owned. $52.85. or Best Offer +$19.82 shipping. from United Kingdom. Sponsored. vetus_purgamentum (3,322) 100%. Large Edmé Samson Worcester Style Armorial Porcelain Tyg / Loving Mug c1860. Opens in a new window or tab.

The tyg is sometimes referred to as a 3 handled loving cup as it shares multiple physical features as the loving cup, with the exception being its third handle. Tygs are also similar to the quaich, which is another vessel which is utilised in order to share beverages between allies.

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Tyg (Cup) Date: c. 1900. Artist: Theodore B. Starr American, 1837–1907 New York

A tyg was the first three-handled cup in the world.

A tyg is a large English mug/drinking vessel with three or more handles. The mug was made to be shared, and handed round between several drinkers. This antique silver tyg cup is an exceptional of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The three-handled cup, or tyg, is a rare example marked by Tiffany Studios and presumably designed by Louis. The form evokes medieval metalwork but has been transformed by the addition of handles in the shape of animal bones. The applied jewel-like glass decoration is reminiscent of Native American or Mexican work in silver and turquoise.