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CollectionABDUA University of Aberdeen, Human Culture Collection
Object NameBeaker
Drinking glass
415 531 211
Object NumberABDUA:18108
Other NumberA344+6A
Other Number TypeOld number
Brief DescriptionDecoration, flowers (red, blue, yellow, white, green) & coat of arms Shape, bowed cylinder (flat pedestal)This glass was originally the property of Paul Menzies of Kinmundy and bears his coat of arms and initials.

The arms of Menzies of Pitfodels, first recorded 1672. The blazon (heraldic description) is Ermine, a chief gules (white ermine fur below, with the uppr portion red), and for crest A demi-eagle with wings expanded Proper ("proper" being in natural colours). The M of P motto is MALO MORI QUAM FOEDARI (I would rather die than be disgraced).
DimensionsH , 135 mm Dia , 79 mm
MaterialsGlass enamel
Associated Object NumberABDUA:18109
TechniqueBlown,enamelled
Object Production Date1631-1631
Place KeyEurope, Scotland, North East, Kinmundy, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Association Type Placefindspot used
Associated PersonMenzies, Paul
Field CollectorThomson, Alexander Mr
Inscription ContentOwner's motto & Coat of Arms | Vivent Vivas 1631 pm
Publication NoteFile
Aquisition SourceChrist's College, Aberdeen
Aquisition Date23/05/1952
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