Presentation cup

Maker’s mark: “DG?” possibly over stamping another mark Assay marks: castle, thistle (Edinburgh) Date mark: “v” (1827) Duty mark: head of George IV   The inscription reads, “An offering of friendship, esteem and affection to Deacon Allan Anderson, Late Convenor of the Trades of Dumfries, by those who have tested and can appreciate his worth.  The Members of the Squaremen Incorporation.  Dumfries 20th November MDCCCXXVII.” (1827)   It is probable that the maker was David Gray, however it has Edinburgh marks.   Purchased with the assistance of the National Fund for Acquisitions, administered with government funds by the National Museums of Scotland.
Object no :
DMSW031a-c
Collection :
Creator :
David Gray
Place of Production :
Dumfries
Dimensions :
length 198mm, diameter (brim) 123mm, diameter (base) 106mm
Materials :
silver
Location :
NA
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