A quaich is a traditional Scottish drinking vessel that has a shallow, wide bowl with two handles on opposite sides. It is often crafted from wood, silver, horn, pewter, or other materials. The word "quaich" is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word "cuach," meaning cup or bowl. Quaichs have a rich cultural and historical significance in Scotland, and they are often associated with friendship, hospitality, and social gatherings. The two handles on the quaich represent trust between the giver and the receiver, as both hands are needed to pass and receive the cup. This symbolism has led to the quaich being referred to as the "cup of friendship" or "loving cup." Traditionally, quaichs were used for toasting and sharing a drink, particularly during important occasions such as weddings, celebrations, or gatherings of friends and family. They are often engraved or decorated, adding a personal touch to these cherished items.

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A sterling silver quaich with engraved floral band detail, 1924.…

A sterling silver quaich with engraved floral band detail, 1924. Wt 58 grams, diameter 9 cm

Fine quality large Victorian Scottish sterling silver quaich,…

Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Quaich, 1883

Fine quality large Victorian Scottish sterling silver quaich, traditional form, both handles engraved, body with three bands of vitruvian scrolls and presentation inscription, J Crighton & Co, Edinburgh, 1883, 25 cm dia, approx 813 grams

George V sterling silver quaich, traditional footed circular…

George V Sterling Silver Quaich, Sheffield 1912

George V sterling silver quaich, traditional footed circular two handled form with engraved name and date Richard V F Nancarrow 1915. Sheffield 1912, approx 155 grams

George V sterling silver Quaich hallmarked Birmingham 1910,…

1910 Sterling Silver Scottish Quaich with Hardstone Crests

George V sterling silver Quaich hallmarked Birmingham 1910, maker: James Fenton & Co, decorated with Scottish crests in hardstone

A sterling silver quaich, 20th century, 4 cm high, 12 cm wide,…

20th Century Sterling Silver Quaich

A sterling silver quaich, 20th century, 4 cm high, 12 cm wide, 114 grams

Early Scottish sterling silver quaich hallmarks rubbed,…

Scottish Sterling Silver Quaich with Rubbed Hallmarks

Early Scottish sterling silver quaich hallmarks rubbed, diameter 13.5 cm, weight 62grams

An Arts & Crafts silver quaich by Cyril Kelsey, Kelsey was…

Cyril Kelsey Silver Quaich

An Arts & Crafts silver quaich by Cyril Kelsey, Kelsey was apprenticed as a metalworker with C. R. Ashbee's 'Guild of Handicraft' between 1896 and 1900 without taking up full membership, hand hammered circular with square wire handles, marked: CK,…

A silver presentation quaich, plain circular with flat handles,…

Engraved Silver Quaich for General Life Assurance Company Anniversary

A silver presentation quaich, plain circular with flat handles, engraved 1837 and 1937, and to the side 'The General Life Assurance Company, W.M. Graham'. Maker's mark for A & G Cairncross Ltd., Perth Scotland, Assay mark for Birmingham 1937, diameter 95.…

A silver quaich, plain circular with curved handles, hammer…

1938 Silver Quaich from Sir Francis Norrie-Miller

A silver quaich, plain circular with curved handles, hammer finish, engraved to one side 'From Sir Francis Norrie-Miller, Bt, Christmas 1938. Marked underneath for retailers Cairncross of Perth. Hallmarked London 1938 by J B Chatterley & Sons Ltd,…

QEII Scottish sterling silver quaich, traditional two handled…

Scottish Sterling Silver Quaich with Two Handles

QEII Scottish sterling silver quaich, traditional two handled circular form

An English early 19th century silver quaich, duty marks stamped…

English Silver Quaich, Early 19th Century

An English early 19th century silver quaich, duty marks stamped outer rim. Diameter 18 cm.

A large sterling silver Arts & Crafts style quaich, 1905 London,…

Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Quaich with Athletic Engraving

A large sterling silver Arts & Crafts style quaich, 1905 London, with maker's mark for Robert Stewart, engraved to the twin handles, 'The Valentine cup for Athletics Standards', of plain form with bold embossed stud work below the rim, raised on a small…

A heavy Mexican 'Sterling' silver quaich, the plain bowl with…

A heavy Mexican 'Sterling' silver quaich, the plain bowl with wavy rim on solid cast foot ring with conforming decoration of circle for to the single handle. Stamped marks. 217gm.

Scottish sterling silver Quaich, hallmarked Glasgow 1923, 184…

1923 Glasgow Hallmarked Scottish Silver Quaich - 184g

Scottish sterling silver Quaich, hallmarked Glasgow 1923, 184 grams

Edward VII sterling silver quaich, London 1907, makers George…

Edward VII Sterling Silver Quaich, London 1907

Edward VII sterling silver quaich, London 1907, makers George Jackson and David Fullerton - Josiah Williams & Co. Engraved to side: May 9th, 1908. Diameter 17 cm (including handles, weight 148 grams

A George VI sterling silver quaich and a two handled bowl the…

George VI Sterling Silver Quaich and Bowl Set

A George VI sterling silver quaich and a two handled bowl the quaich by William Duncan, Glasgow 1943, the bowl by Barrowclift Silvercraft, Birmingham 1981, 18 cm wide and 11 cm high, 420 grams total weight

A Scottish Edward VII Britannia standard silver quaich by…

Scottish Silver Quaich by Hamilton & Inches, 1904

A Scottish Edward VII Britannia standard silver quaich by Hamilton & Inches, Edinburgh, 1904, 5 cm high, 17 cm across the handles, 240 grams

English hallmarked sterling silver Edward VII quaich having a…

Edward VII Sterling Silver Quaich with Inscription

English hallmarked sterling silver Edward VII quaich having a plain round body inscribed 'Cpj from Ditchley', with two side handles, sitting on a collet foot, London, 1910, maker Skinner & Co. Length 19.2 cm, weight 253g

Scottish hallmarked sterling silver Edward VII horn quaich…

Scottish Sterling Silver Horn Quaich with Thistle Handles

Scottish hallmarked sterling silver Edward VII horn quaich having a stepped bottom, with silver decorated thistle handles & silver central design engraved in Scottish Gaelic 'Sguab Asi', roughly translating to 'Drink it up'. Edinburgh, 1900, maker William…

An early 20th century silver quaich and matching paten dish,…

Silver Quaich and Paten Dish Set with Gadroon Borders

An early 20th century silver quaich and matching paten dish, plain circular form, fine gadroon borders, the quaich with traditional shaped and pierced handles. Total weight 500gms. Diameters 135 and 19.5 cm

A Victorian sterling silver quaich with embossed and chased…

Victorian Sterling Silver Flower Quaich by Harris, London 1891

A Victorian sterling silver quaich with embossed and chased flowers by Charles Stuart Harris, London 1891, 16 cm wide, 150 grams

An Irish sterling silver quaich, 1998 Dublin, with maker's…

Irish Silver Quaich with Celtic Knot Handles

An Irish sterling silver quaich, 1998 Dublin, with maker's marks for probably T Weir & Sons, of elegant simple form, the bowl raised on a small flared foot rim, the twin flat shaped handles with Celtic knot decorations upon a textured ground; hallmarked…

A Victorian sterling silver two handled embossed quaich by…

Victorian Sterling Silver Quaich with Handles and Embossing

A Victorian sterling silver two handled embossed quaich by Carrington & Co, London 1892, 21 cm wide

A Victorian sterling silver quaich with large pierced handle by…

Victorian Sterling Silver Quaich by Joseph Padgett, London 1891

A Victorian sterling silver quaich with large pierced handle by Joseph Padgett London 1891, 17 cm long

English hallmarked sterling silver George V quaich having an…

Pierced Sterling Silver Quaich with Lobed Base, Glasgow 1927

English hallmarked sterling silver George V quaich having an unusual pierced body & handles on a lobed base. Retailed for Edward & Sons Glasgow. Sheffield, 1927, maker Wilson & Sharp. Condition good, some tarnishing. Length 26.5 cm. Weight 335g

A pair of Victorian silver dishes, each in the form of a…

A pair of Victorian silver dishes, each in the form of a quaiche, pierced and with maskhead flat handles; Sibray, hall & Co., London 1894. Width across handles 13 cm. Total weight 115g

Antique English silver Quaich, 11.5 cm wide. Hallmarked…

Antique English Silver Quaich, Birmingham 1931, 254g

Antique English silver Quaich, 11.5 cm wide. Hallmarked Birmingham 1931. 254 gms

A Victorian Scottish silver quaich presented to Lord Hope, 1887,…

Victorian Scottish Silver Quaich with Presentation Inscription, 1887

A Victorian Scottish silver quaich presented to Lord Hope, 1887, Possibly J.Crichton & Co, Edinburgh 1887, Of conventional form, with engraved stylised wave decoration and a presentation inscription reading 'Presented to Lord Hope by the ladies of the…

Hallmarked sterling silver quaich. London 1927, maker S.T. Hand…

1927 Sterling Silver Hand-Beaten Quaich with Monogram

Hallmarked sterling silver quaich. London 1927, maker S.T. Hand beaten bowl. Monogrammed. Weight 205g. Length 18 cm. Weight 205g

A sterling silver Quaiche with ribbed bowl and lug handles. The…

Ribbed Quaiche with Silver Coin Inset

A sterling silver Quaiche with ribbed bowl and lug handles. The bottom inset with old silver coin. Chester, 1896. Width 11 cm

An American silver quaich, circular bowl with small walls and a…

American Silver Filigree Quaich with Single Handle

An American silver quaich, circular bowl with small walls and a filigree single handle issuing from the rim. Weight 74gms. Diameter 10 cm