Hi All,

I have heard stories about this goblet for years.  I grew up around
Blackbeard's "stompin' grounds" and, in fact, was confirmed at St. Thomas in
Bath...his home port.  A persistent "down east" legend was that the cup made
its way to a private collection, and then on to a fraternity...and most
often cited as being affiliated with Wake Forest or Duke.  Can try to find
out a bit more if needed.  Thanks!

(: hank :)


On 8/10/05 5:47 PM, "James Schulte" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Which Blackbeard? , there were 100's
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> I'm trying to locate any information or evidence for the existance of a cup
> or goblet fashioned
> from the skull of Blackbeard the Pirate.  I'm aware of the object in the
> Peabody-Essex 
> collection, and I've also been told that a museum in Chicago or England may
> have "the real 
> thing".  I realize I'm looking for what may only be a legend, but any
> assistance would be
> greatly appreciated.  Thank you.
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