Add to albumThis silver thistle cup was made by the Glasgow goldsmith John Luke. It is dated 1709-10. Thistle cups were so-called because of their shape and were unique to Scotland.
The initials 'I/SG' are engraved opposite the cup handle and may be of a husband and wife.
John Luke was a member of a remarkable family of Glasgow goldsmiths, who were also involved in a wide variety of other businesses, such as soapworks and an iron foundry.
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- Online ID: 000-100-001-146-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland
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- Ref: National Museums Scotland H.MEQ 1469
- Date: 1709 - 1710
1709-10
- Material: Silver. Inscription: On underside of base: I [in a heart-shaped punch]; arms of Glasgow; D; on front: I / SG [large script]
Cup, thistle / mug, thistle
- Dimensions: 88 mm H x 83 mm D
- What: Cup, thistle / mug, thistle
- Subject: Gold and silver (NMAS Classification)
- Who: John Luke, junior, Glasgow (Silversmith)
- Where: Scotland, Lanarkshire, Glasgow
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- Description: Silver thistle cup or mug by John Luke, junior, Glasgow, 1709 - 1710, inscribed "I SG" on the front
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