JOHN PIRIE
King Street, Perth
John Pirrie is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker, and Watch Glass Manufacturer, located at King Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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DAVID ROBERTSON
109, High Street, Perth
David Robertson is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 109, High Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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109, High Street, Perth
David Robertson is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 109, High Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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ROBERT ROBERTSON
17, George Street, Perth
Robert Robertson is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 17, George Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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17, George Street, Perth
Robert Robertson is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 17, George Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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DAVID McGREGOR
Perth
The Queen's Badge of the Glasgow International Exhibition
The Executive Council selected the design submitted by Mr. Macgregor, art jeweller and engraver, of Perth. The badge is now completed, and was on view last month. Both in design and execution it is a most artistic production. The outline is a pointed oval, the margin is a belt of gold looped up at the base, and upon it is raised the inscription in mediaeval characters, "Glasgow International Exhibition, 1888." Concentric with the outer belt is the principal part of the design – a massive gold oval, with fourteen carved fleur-de-lis alternating with fourteen Scottish pearls, radiating out and resting on the belt. On the margin of this oval is a raised band, with the motto, "Palmam qui meruit ferat." The band is enriched with diamonds at the points. On the field in the centre is a figure of Fame, bearing a winged and snaked staff, and holding out a wreath of laurel, all carved in relief from the solid gold. The field shows a mosaic-like trellis of diamond-shaped panels, with the Glasgow arms repeated about seventeen times, cut on a space of about an inch surface, with minute diamonds set in the crossings, giving the field a starry-like effect. Immediately above the central oval is an imperial crown, standing upon which, and forming the apex of the design, is a miniature Scottish lion rampant, carved free in gold. Within the loop at the base of the design is a Royal helmet and gorget, with heraldic mantling, exquisitely carved from the solid gold. The following is the inscription on the back of the badge:–"Glasgow International Exhibition, State visit of Her Majesty Queen Victoria, 22nd August, 1888."
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st September 1888
The below information was noted from 'The Dundee Courier & Argus' that was published on the 30th October 1894:
LORD BREADALBANE'S PRESENTATION
The above sketch is taken from photograph of one of the silver vases which are to be presented to the Marquis of Breadalbane by the tenantry on his different estates. It will be remembered that a meeting of the tenantry was held at Killin, when it was decided to present his Lordship with two silver vases, valued at 300 guineas, on the occasion of his Lordship receiving the Order of the Garter. Mr David MacGregor, silversmith, Perth, was the successful competitor for the vases, and the workmanship which he has shown in the execution of the order shows that the work was entrusted to competent hands. On the broad central field between the wreaths, the chief parts of the design are displayed. In the centre is the chain or collar of the Garter with St George pendant, while the Breadalbane arms, chased and engraved, are enclosed. On the other side is the Breadalbane monogram and coronet. The four quarters of the centre are occupied with scenes of Taymouth Castle, the Queen on Loch Tay, Kilchurn Castle, and Loch Awe, and Forest Lodge with Loch Tulla. The cup rises from the base of fluted chased acanthus and roses, while the stalk is encircled with a Maquis' coronet, and chased boarheads and ornament resting on the lower base of chased work. The cover of the cup is surmounted by a royal stag on mountain top. The body of the cover has a representation of a boar chase, and on the other side a picture of a stag chase. The handles spring gracefully from a circle holding highland targets, and are surmounted by the boar's heads and clasped by the stag's heads at the finials. The base is formed of Ben Cruachan granite. The inscription is as follows:-
To the Most Honourable Gavin, Marquis of Breadalbane, Lord Stewart of the Household of Her Majesty Queen Victoria, Lord High Commissioner to the General Assemby of the Church of Scotland. 1894 - Presented to his Lordship on receiving the dignity of the Most Honourable Order of the Garter.
The vases are excellent specimens of the silversmith's work, and are handsome in appearance, standing 26 inches in height. The sketch given above is from a photograph of Mr Magnus Jackson, photographer, Princes Street, Perth.
David McGregor was born at Perth on the 30th September 1839, he trained at the Edinburgh engravers, Begbie & Lee and Thomas Holiday. He returned to Perth to work at Constable & McGregor's (Isaac Constable and Albert McGregor) workshops at 40, George Street in 1863. He continued this business on his own account as from 1875. He was granted the Royal Warrant by Queen Victoria on the 14th October 1893. He died at Bridge of Earn on the 7th April 1909. His business at Perth was to continue into the second half of the 20th century.
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Perth
The Queen's Badge of the Glasgow International Exhibition
The Executive Council selected the design submitted by Mr. Macgregor, art jeweller and engraver, of Perth. The badge is now completed, and was on view last month. Both in design and execution it is a most artistic production. The outline is a pointed oval, the margin is a belt of gold looped up at the base, and upon it is raised the inscription in mediaeval characters, "Glasgow International Exhibition, 1888." Concentric with the outer belt is the principal part of the design – a massive gold oval, with fourteen carved fleur-de-lis alternating with fourteen Scottish pearls, radiating out and resting on the belt. On the margin of this oval is a raised band, with the motto, "Palmam qui meruit ferat." The band is enriched with diamonds at the points. On the field in the centre is a figure of Fame, bearing a winged and snaked staff, and holding out a wreath of laurel, all carved in relief from the solid gold. The field shows a mosaic-like trellis of diamond-shaped panels, with the Glasgow arms repeated about seventeen times, cut on a space of about an inch surface, with minute diamonds set in the crossings, giving the field a starry-like effect. Immediately above the central oval is an imperial crown, standing upon which, and forming the apex of the design, is a miniature Scottish lion rampant, carved free in gold. Within the loop at the base of the design is a Royal helmet and gorget, with heraldic mantling, exquisitely carved from the solid gold. The following is the inscription on the back of the badge:–"Glasgow International Exhibition, State visit of Her Majesty Queen Victoria, 22nd August, 1888."
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st September 1888
The below information was noted from 'The Dundee Courier & Argus' that was published on the 30th October 1894:
LORD BREADALBANE'S PRESENTATION
The above sketch is taken from photograph of one of the silver vases which are to be presented to the Marquis of Breadalbane by the tenantry on his different estates. It will be remembered that a meeting of the tenantry was held at Killin, when it was decided to present his Lordship with two silver vases, valued at 300 guineas, on the occasion of his Lordship receiving the Order of the Garter. Mr David MacGregor, silversmith, Perth, was the successful competitor for the vases, and the workmanship which he has shown in the execution of the order shows that the work was entrusted to competent hands. On the broad central field between the wreaths, the chief parts of the design are displayed. In the centre is the chain or collar of the Garter with St George pendant, while the Breadalbane arms, chased and engraved, are enclosed. On the other side is the Breadalbane monogram and coronet. The four quarters of the centre are occupied with scenes of Taymouth Castle, the Queen on Loch Tay, Kilchurn Castle, and Loch Awe, and Forest Lodge with Loch Tulla. The cup rises from the base of fluted chased acanthus and roses, while the stalk is encircled with a Maquis' coronet, and chased boarheads and ornament resting on the lower base of chased work. The cover of the cup is surmounted by a royal stag on mountain top. The body of the cover has a representation of a boar chase, and on the other side a picture of a stag chase. The handles spring gracefully from a circle holding highland targets, and are surmounted by the boar's heads and clasped by the stag's heads at the finials. The base is formed of Ben Cruachan granite. The inscription is as follows:-
To the Most Honourable Gavin, Marquis of Breadalbane, Lord Stewart of the Household of Her Majesty Queen Victoria, Lord High Commissioner to the General Assemby of the Church of Scotland. 1894 - Presented to his Lordship on receiving the dignity of the Most Honourable Order of the Garter.
The vases are excellent specimens of the silversmith's work, and are handsome in appearance, standing 26 inches in height. The sketch given above is from a photograph of Mr Magnus Jackson, photographer, Princes Street, Perth.
David McGregor was born at Perth on the 30th September 1839, he trained at the Edinburgh engravers, Begbie & Lee and Thomas Holiday. He returned to Perth to work at Constable & McGregor's (Isaac Constable and Albert McGregor) workshops at 40, George Street in 1863. He continued this business on his own account as from 1875. He was granted the Royal Warrant by Queen Victoria on the 14th October 1893. He died at Bridge of Earn on the 7th April 1909. His business at Perth was to continue into the second half of the 20th century.
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CHARLES SHEDDEN
3, George Street, Perth
Charles Shedden is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 3, George Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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3, George Street, Perth
Charles Shedden is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 3, George Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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WILLIAM MELVILLE
St. Leonard Street, Perth
William Melville is recorded as a Spoonmaker located at St Leonard Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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St. Leonard Street, Perth
William Melville is recorded as a Spoonmaker located at St Leonard Street, Perth, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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GEORGE STEWART
Perth
George Stewart, a Clockmaker at Perth, was recorded as having served his apprenticeship under William Young as from the 26th February 1765.
Source: Old Scottish Clockmakers from 1453 to 1850 - John Smith - 1921
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Perth
George Stewart, a Clockmaker at Perth, was recorded as having served his apprenticeship under William Young as from the 26th February 1765.
Source: Old Scottish Clockmakers from 1453 to 1850 - John Smith - 1921
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DONALD FARQUHARSON
2, South Street, St. John's Place, Perth
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2, South Street, St. John's Place, Perth
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JOHN CLARK
Perth
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CHARLES MURRAY
Perth
Mr. C. Murray, Jeweller in Perth, has in his possession, a large and beautiful Scottish pearl, which was recently found in the Tay. It is supposed to be one of the finest ever found in Scotland; and hardly to be surpassed, either for size or beauty, by any oriental pearl.
Source: Caledonian Mercury - 30th July 1821
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Perth
Mr. C. Murray, Jeweller in Perth, has in his possession, a large and beautiful Scottish pearl, which was recently found in the Tay. It is supposed to be one of the finest ever found in Scotland; and hardly to be surpassed, either for size or beauty, by any oriental pearl.
Source: Caledonian Mercury - 30th July 1821
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JOHN BAIRD
George Street, Perth
........Bro. Shields then presented Bro. Lord Kinnaird, in a few neat and appropriate sentences, with a very handsome trowel, which bore the following inscription :–
"In commemoration of the ceremony of laying the foundation stone of the Wallace Factory, Perth, 11th July 1868, this trowel, used for the occasion, is presented, with feelings of gratitude, to the Right Honourable George William Fox, Lord Kinnaird, K.T., Provincial Grand Master of Perthshire East, by John Shields.
The handle of the trowel was of solid ivory, and the trowel was richly engraved and chased, It was supplied by Mr. Baird, jeweller, George-street, Perth, and was very creditable to his skill.
Source: The Freemasons' Magazine and Masonic Mirror - 1868
John Baird's working period was noted as 1850-1893.
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George Street, Perth
........Bro. Shields then presented Bro. Lord Kinnaird, in a few neat and appropriate sentences, with a very handsome trowel, which bore the following inscription :–
"In commemoration of the ceremony of laying the foundation stone of the Wallace Factory, Perth, 11th July 1868, this trowel, used for the occasion, is presented, with feelings of gratitude, to the Right Honourable George William Fox, Lord Kinnaird, K.T., Provincial Grand Master of Perthshire East, by John Shields.
The handle of the trowel was of solid ivory, and the trowel was richly engraved and chased, It was supplied by Mr. Baird, jeweller, George-street, Perth, and was very creditable to his skill.
Source: The Freemasons' Magazine and Masonic Mirror - 1868
John Baird's working period was noted as 1850-1893.
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WILLIAM D. McROBIE
Perth
THE VISIT OF QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT TO THE GRAND CALEDONIAN CURLING CLUB
..........It may likewise be mentioned, that the Noble Earl presented to the Royal pair a bicker (Anglice, a drinking-cup) which was made by an ingenious individual in the Carse of Gowrie. The bicker was formed of four or five different kinds of wood, and consisted of nearly five hundred pieces. It was elegantly mounted by Mr. M'Robie, Lapidary and Jeweller, Perth, and was graciously accepted.
Source: National Record of the Visit of Queen Victoria to Scotland - James Buist - 1842
William McRobie's working period was from 1841-1848
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Perth
THE VISIT OF QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT TO THE GRAND CALEDONIAN CURLING CLUB
..........It may likewise be mentioned, that the Noble Earl presented to the Royal pair a bicker (Anglice, a drinking-cup) which was made by an ingenious individual in the Carse of Gowrie. The bicker was formed of four or five different kinds of wood, and consisted of nearly five hundred pieces. It was elegantly mounted by Mr. M'Robie, Lapidary and Jeweller, Perth, and was graciously accepted.
Source: National Record of the Visit of Queen Victoria to Scotland - James Buist - 1842
William McRobie's working period was from 1841-1848
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GEORGE CRICHTON
George Street, Perth
PRESENTATION TO THE MARQUIS OF BOWMONT
At present is - yesterday at least was - to be seen in the window of Mr Crichton, Jeweller and Lapidary, George Street, two very fine curling-stones, which are to be presented to the Marquis of Bowmont by the Kelso Curling Club on the occasion of his marriage. The stones are the best Crawford-john, and the handles are of ivory and gum-metal, heavily plated with gold. In the centre of the ivory is a gold shield with coronet and monogram, and on each of the underplates of the handles a suitable inscription, bearing date June 11th. The stones are supplied by Mr Crichton.
Source: Dundee Courier and Argus - 4th June 1874
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George Street, Perth
PRESENTATION TO THE MARQUIS OF BOWMONT
At present is - yesterday at least was - to be seen in the window of Mr Crichton, Jeweller and Lapidary, George Street, two very fine curling-stones, which are to be presented to the Marquis of Bowmont by the Kelso Curling Club on the occasion of his marriage. The stones are the best Crawford-john, and the handles are of ivory and gum-metal, heavily plated with gold. In the centre of the ivory is a gold shield with coronet and monogram, and on each of the underplates of the handles a suitable inscription, bearing date June 11th. The stones are supplied by Mr Crichton.
Source: Dundee Courier and Argus - 4th June 1874
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JAMES SHEPHERD
Perth
Applications for Cessio Bonorum
James Shepherd, late Jeweller and Silversmith at Edinburgh, now Jeweller at Perth - to be examined in the Sheriff Court-room, Perth, 12th October, 11 o'clock.
Source: Caledonian Mercury - 13th September 1838
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Perth
Applications for Cessio Bonorum
James Shepherd, late Jeweller and Silversmith at Edinburgh, now Jeweller at Perth - to be examined in the Sheriff Court-room, Perth, 12th October, 11 o'clock.
Source: Caledonian Mercury - 13th September 1838
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JOHN PRINGLE
102, High Street, Perth, and 9 St John Street, Perth
Marriages
At Arbroath, by the Rev. Mr. Leslie, Mr. John Pringle, Jeweller, Perth, to Clementina, youngest daughter of Mr. R. Hill, late Builder, Arbroath.
Source: The Aberdeen Journal - 3rd January 1849
John Pringle served his apprenticeship under the Perth Silversmith, Charles Murray (Seven years as from 5th June 1816). Recorded as having taken one apprentice, Peter Beanston, in 1828. John Pringle was recorded as working at 102, High Street, Perth, and 9 St John Street, Perth. He died on the 6th May 1876.
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102, High Street, Perth, and 9 St John Street, Perth
Marriages
At Arbroath, by the Rev. Mr. Leslie, Mr. John Pringle, Jeweller, Perth, to Clementina, youngest daughter of Mr. R. Hill, late Builder, Arbroath.
Source: The Aberdeen Journal - 3rd January 1849
John Pringle served his apprenticeship under the Perth Silversmith, Charles Murray (Seven years as from 5th June 1816). Recorded as having taken one apprentice, Peter Beanston, in 1828. John Pringle was recorded as working at 102, High Street, Perth, and 9 St John Street, Perth. He died on the 6th May 1876.
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R.L. HILL
13, High Street, Paisley
Births
At 13, High Street, Paisley, on the 23rd inst., the wife of Mr.R.L. Hill, Watchmaker, Paisley, a daughter.
Source: Glasgow Herald - 24th November 1871.
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13, High Street, Paisley
Births
At 13, High Street, Paisley, on the 23rd inst., the wife of Mr.R.L. Hill, Watchmaker, Paisley, a daughter.
Source: Glasgow Herald - 24th November 1871.
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DANIEL DUFF
38, New Street, Paisley
Daniel Duff is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 38, New Street, Paisley, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
Paisley Bankruptcy Court
Examination of William Marshall jnr. residing in Waterbrae, Paisley:
.......The amount of the composition was upwards of £300. To enable me to pay the sum, I borrowed money from Messrs. James Thomson & Co., and Mr. Duff, Goldsmith and Jeweller in Paisley
Source: Glasgow Herald - 15th November 1859
Apprehension of Notorious Housebreaker
.........On making a further search, Mr Thomson found in the house some more silver plate, several broken silver articles, and a case containing a dozen silver spoons. One portion of the plate bore the initials 'A.D', and another those of 'A.W', while the spoon case exhibited the address 'Daniel Duff - Watchmaker & Goldsmith - Paisley'.
Source: Glasgow Herald - 17th August 1868.
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38, New Street, Paisley
Daniel Duff is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 38, New Street, Paisley, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
Paisley Bankruptcy Court
Examination of William Marshall jnr. residing in Waterbrae, Paisley:
.......The amount of the composition was upwards of £300. To enable me to pay the sum, I borrowed money from Messrs. James Thomson & Co., and Mr. Duff, Goldsmith and Jeweller in Paisley
Source: Glasgow Herald - 15th November 1859
Apprehension of Notorious Housebreaker
.........On making a further search, Mr Thomson found in the house some more silver plate, several broken silver articles, and a case containing a dozen silver spoons. One portion of the plate bore the initials 'A.D', and another those of 'A.W', while the spoon case exhibited the address 'Daniel Duff - Watchmaker & Goldsmith - Paisley'.
Source: Glasgow Herald - 17th August 1868.
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ALEXANDER HARRIS
25, High Street, Paisley
Alexander Harris is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 25, High Street, Paisley, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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25, High Street, Paisley
Alexander Harris is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 25, High Street, Paisley, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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JAMES KNOX
80, High Street, Paisley
James Knox is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 80, High Street, Paisley, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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80, High Street, Paisley
James Knox is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 80, High Street, Paisley, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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ROBERT KNOX
64, High Street, Paisley
Robert Knox is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 64, High Street, Paisley, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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64, High Street, Paisley
Robert Knox is recorded as a Watch and Clockmaker located at 64, High Street, Paisley, in 1837.
Source: Pigot and Co.'s National Commercial Directory of Scotland - James Pigot - 1837
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