Leopard Antiques Traditional Silver Quaich

Traditional Silver Quaich

Reference: S1428 Period: George V Year: 1926 Silversmith: H. H. Plante Place: London Price: $ 360.00 Weight: 278 grams Dimensions: 13.6 cm diameter (ex handles), 5.8 cm height Condition: Excellent. Description: A silver quaich of traditional shape, with 2 flat lug handles, and quite a large size. It is quite plain, which accentuates its lovely shape. The base is engraved "H.H. Plante, 12 Bury St, St James, S.W.", and the hallmarks are very clear. Quaiches are traditional Scottish drinking vessels, one's this size were passed around at ceremonial occasions. They are popular christening gifts in Scotland. The firm of H.H. Plante (Henry Hudson Plante) worked between 1907 and 1980.

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