RecordThistle cup made in Edinburgh, 1703-04< 1 of 1 > Back
Thistle cup made in Edinburgh, 1703-04This is the side view of a silver thistle cup made in 1703-4 by George Scott, a silversmith in Edinburgh. Thistle cups, so called because their bowls resemble a thistle head, were unique to Scotland. The cup has a plain moulded band around the body and an 's' shaped handle. Thistle cups occur in a variety of sizes and were made in most areas where silversmiths were working. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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