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An Antique Scottish Silver Mounted Horn Quaich, C.1900
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An Antique Scottish Silver Mounted Horn Quaich, C.1900

19th century
Description

A very nice SCOTTISH SILVER MOUNTED HORN QUAICH, c.1900, the bowl tapering and applied with a plaque engraved 'Squab Asi', the spatulate handles applied with two oval plaques, one engraved with a thistle and the other with a Celtic cross

It measures approximately 13 cm x 7 cm x 2.5 cm.

In very good antique condition overall. The quaich is structurally sound with no losses. Some scratches and signs of use are visible, usual signs of wear all commensurate of age and use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Silver Mounted Horn Quaich to the Victorian era.

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SA1204851
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Description
A very nice SCOTTISH SILVER MOUNTED HORN QUAICH, c.
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1900, the bowl tapering and applied with a plaque engraved 'Squab Asi', the spatulate handles applied with two oval plaques, one engraved with a thistle and the other with a Celtic cross.
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fig 1. An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl.
fig 1. An Antique Scottish Silver Mounted Horn Quaich, C.1900

It measures approximately 13 cm x 7 cm x 2.5 cm.

In very good antique condition overall. The quaich is structurally sound with no losses. Some scratches and signs of use are visible, usual signs of wear all commensurate of age and use.

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Silver Mounted Horn Quaich to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204851
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Archive I An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl.

AN ANTIQUE SCOTTISH SILVER MOUNTED HORN QUAICH, c.1900

Archive II An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl. View II
Archive III An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl. View III
Archive IV An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl. View IV
Archive V An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl. View V
Archive VI An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl. View VI
Archive VII An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl. View IX
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An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl.
AN ANTIQUE SCOTTISH SILVER MOUNTED HORN QUAICH, c.1900
Ref: SA1204851
An antique Scottish horn quaich featuring carved lug handles with hallmarked silver thistle and Celtic cross mounts, and an inscribed silver central boss inside the bowl.
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FAQs

A quaich is a traditional Scottish shallow drinking bowl distinguished by two flat lug handles, historically used to offer a welcoming cup of whisky or brandy to guests.

Traditional quaichs were crafted from natural materials such as turned wood or polished horn, frequently accented with hallmarked sterling silver rim bands, lug mounts, and central interior bosses.

Authentic period examples exhibit natural grain variations in the horn, hand-carved construction, secure silver mountings often carrying British hallmarks, and traditional decorative motifs such as thistles or Celtic knots.

A quaich functions well as a decorative accent on a sideboard, drinks tray, or bookshelf, serving either as a standalone historical display piece or as a small catch-all dish for trinkets.

Keep natural horn away from direct heat, high humidity, and water submersion to prevent warping or cracking; polish silver elements gently using a specialist silver cloth while avoiding contact with the organic horn material.
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