Scottish Christening Quaich

A small pewter quaich with an embossed Celtic design on the handles and the inscription NUADH BREITH new birth with a triscele design inside the bowl. Caution this item is NOT dishwasher safe High temperatures and cleaning agents will damage the pewter. The quaich pronounced quake from the Gaelic word cuach has a rich heritage in Scotland indeed it is a uniquely Scottish invention having no apparent connection any other European drinking vessel Traditionally used in Scotland celebrate a bond between two clans it was also used in the 17th century offer welcome travellers and is now commonly used in wedding and christening ceremonies. The triscele in the centre is an ancient Celtic symbol of union and represents the trinity of father mother and child.