SOLD Rare Antique Mauchline / Tartan Ware Napkin Ring - Tam O' Shanter & Souter Johnny

Antiques : Mauchline : Tartanware

$175 USD SOLD
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This is a rare and unusual type of Scottish Mauchline napkin ring combined with tartanware trim top and bottom; better quality than a lot of these Victorian souvenir - type items.

Dating to around 1870, the front of this one has a black transfer of Burns Monument, highly collectible.

The rear has the following is printed:

And at his elbow. Souter Johnnie His ancient, trusty, drouthy cronie' Tam loed him like a vera brither They had been fou for weeks thegither

Superb condition with no loss to tartan, a bright and glossy patina.

Measures 1 3/4" thick and a 2" diameter.

Item ID: 30299

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