A vintage milk bucket, likely from Southampton, used for hand-milking cows. Made of steel with brass bands and handles. Used to collect raw milk. Late used as fuel bucket in modern days mostly as a planter. Could also be used for general storage or as a decorative item. This item is really heavy. The word "SOUTHAMPTON" is embossed on the bucket, along with " Brown and Harrison " The bucket shows signs of wear and age. It's a piece of dairy farming history. Used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and later a fuel bucket The brass bands add to its aesthetic appeal. Measures 13.5 in diameter" in width, 15.5" in height to the top of the handles