Extraordinary silver vase by maker David Crichton Rait & sons, dedication that mentions the queen .the vase is finely crafted and has a plethora of elements made in very fine hammering and engraving in silver of animals in a wide variety of organic models and icons, in the center there is a handcrafted engraving bearing the inscription "vincere vel mori" - win or die, handle sculpted in the figure of a woman and integrated with carved organic material, the dedication in the vase's base has the inscription: "D.C.RAIT & SONS goldsmiths to the queen glasgow".Maker's mark and English silver hallmark to the handle and on the dish, light curvature to the jug's side.Weight: 825 grams.Height: 33 cm.* The auction house does its best to characterize and describe the items in the catalog. If there are any additional questions about condition or anything else regarding the items please ask for details by email or phone. All items are sold AS IS and cannot be returned or be subject to bid cancelation