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Love, Loyalty, Friendship – Irish Claddagh Quaich



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A Scottish Greeting or Quaich cup made from heavy pewter. Decorated with Celtic designs including the Irish Claddagh ring and the words ‘Love, Loyalty, Friendship’.
Dimensions: Bowl diameter:8.5cms, with Handles 12.5cms.
Additional information
Brands | Pewtermill |
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Design | Claddagh |
Metal | Pewter |
Origins | Ireland |
QUAICH
A Gaelic word meaning ‘shallow cup’. This style of drinking vessel with two handles called ‘lugs’ originated in the Highlands of Scotland centuries ago. Originally fashioned from wood, staghorn or leather, from the 17th Century quaiches were made from pewter or silver. Traditionally, a Quaich is offered to a guest as a form of welcome or a parting drink, generally whisky.
CLADDAGH
The Claddagh originated as a ring created in the village of Claddagh in Galway in the 17th Century. Symbolism: Heart for love, Hands for friendship, Crown for Loyalty.
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