Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1920s.
This is originally a type of Scottish drinking cup. The quaich is a Scottish drinking vessel totally unique to Scotland. It was used to give a guest both a cup of welcome, and also for farewell. The drink was usually a dram of whisky. The drink was usually a dram of whisky. It was also used to give the piper a drink at a wedding.
Elegant reeded top side edge trim, and lovely shaped handles.
Weight-180 grams.
Size-bowl is 6 inches wide with handles and 2 inches high. Spoon is 6.25 inches long by 1.4 inches wide to spoon bowl.
A wonderful and symbolic gift for a wedding or Christening. Very functional piece to use for sauces or custard.
Unusual to find in solid silver.
In very good condition.
Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1920s.
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