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Scottish Pewter Gifts |
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Pewter has been known since Roman times and was widely used for tableware and drinking vessels until the mass-production of china and glass in the 19th century. Nowadays an alloy of tin, copper and antinomy brightly polished modern pewter is made into a wide range of handsome gift items. |
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The Tappit Hen |
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The tappit hen is an old Scottish name for a pewter drinking vessel. The name means ‘crested hen’ and refers to the distinctive form of the lid |
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We stock 3 sizes |
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Photograph frames |
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We offer here three designs each in three sizes Choose from Mackintosh rose design, Celtic knotwork design, Mackintosh May Queen |
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Quaichs |
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The quaich is a Scottish friendship cup for drinking whisky. These are made of pewter. |
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Pewter Tankards |
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Pewter hip flasks |
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Pocket watches |
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Pewter napkin rings sold in pairs |
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Pewter hair slides, celtic designs with ebony pins |
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Pewter chatelaine and wine stoppers |
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