Item Specifics
Brand: Tetley's Ales
Type: Toby Jug / Character Jug
Theme: Breweriana / Pub Memorabilia / The Huntsman
Material: Ceramic / Porcelain
Condition: Used (Excellent vintage condition, see details)
Production Era: 1997 (175th Anniversary 1822–1997)
Features: Limited Edition (Numbered 75 of 300)
Description
Rare Tetley’s Ales "The Huntsman" 175th Anniversary Limited Edition Toby Jug — Number 75 of 300 (1997)
An exceptional opportunity for collectors of fine breweriana and Yorkshire history. This striking ceramic character jug depicts the iconic Tetley’s Ales trademark, "The Huntsman," sporting his classic red coat, black riding hat, monocular eyepiece, and raising a freshly poured pint of ale.
This piece was issued in 1997 to commemorate 175 Years of Brewing Excellence (1822–1997). Unlike standard commercial promotional items, this is a highly exclusive, strictly limited edition piece. As shown on the base in image_6.png, this specific jug is Number 75 of a worldwide production run of only 300.
Measurements & Detail:
Height: Approx. 16.5 cm / 6.5 inches (As pictured with scale in image_2.png and image_7.png)
Base Markings: Features the official golden Tetley's 175-year stamp alongside the historic narrative of the "Yorkshire square fermenting vessels."
Condition Report:
The jug is in fantastic, clean vintage condition with a beautiful high-gloss glaze finish.
Colors remain exceptionally vibrant with no fading to the bright red tunic or crisp white "Tetley's Ales" script (image_3.png, image_4.png).
No visible cracks, chips, or major crazing.
Note: The base shows a tiny drop of what appears to be red wax or residue on the bottom rim outer edge (image_6.png), which does not affect the display or structural integrity of the ceramic whatsoever. Please inspect all photos for an exact look at its condition.
A beautiful, low-number display piece perfect for a home bar, pub collection, or dedicated ceramic cabinet.
Shipping & Packaging Strategy
Service: Royal Mail Tracked 48 or Special Delivery (highly recommended given the rarity and value).
Packaging Note: Will be securely double-boxed with ample bubble wrap to ensure safe transit
Standard Tetley’s Huntsman character jugs and smaller open-edition pieces are relatively common, typically commanding £15 to £30. However, this specific piece is an exceptionally rare, highly restricted 175th Anniversary Limited Edition (No. 75 of only 300) produced in 1997. Due to the strict production cap, regional interest in Yorkshire breweriana, and the pristine condition visible across the images, it commands a significant premium from specialist collectors.