PEWTER QUAICH AULD LANG SYNE DESIGN MADE IN SCOTLAND 3 inch TOASTING VESSEL NEW

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Solid Pewter Quaich"The Scottish Cup of Friendship" Auld Lang Syne Auld Lang Syne 3 Inch Polished Pewter Quaich. Inside quaich poem by Robert Burns Handmade pewter quaich. Suppplied in a gift box & story card. The fine pewter quaich is engraved with the lyrics of Auld Land Syne. The words "For auld lang syne, my dear ,for auld lang syne, we'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet - for auld lang syne." Are engraved inside the quaich. Supplied with a gift box and quaich story card This product can be engraved. What is a Quaich? A quaich is a traditional Scottish cup with two lugs (handles), known as a symbol of friendship. Frequently given as rewards, prizes and celebration gifts. Origins: A Quaich is a traditional Scottish drinking cup. The two lugs (or handles) emphasise its symbolism as the cup of friendship. It derives from the Scottish Gaelic word 'cuach', which is translated as 'cup'. Traditionally they were made of wood and were used to offer a welcome or farewell drink of whisky, brandy or ale when receiving guests in the home. Nowadays, they are often awarded as prizes, or given as gifts, and are more commonly made from pewter or silver. History: Quaichs can be found throughout Scottish history. In 1589 King James VI of Scotland sent Anne of Denmark a quaich (or "loving cup") as a wedding gift, and this tradition is widely used today, read more