Antique English Silver / 06_24b (scroll down to see image)

The arms are those of Moray quartering Strathearn for James Moray, 13th of Abercairney (1705-1777). This piece was probably made for his marriage in 1737 to Lady Christian Montgomery, daughter of Alexander, 9th Earl of Eglinton. The unusual use of an Earl’s coronet in the crest probably refers to the Strathearns - Sir John Moray married the daughter of the 7th Earl of Strathearn in about 1320. The Morays have appeared throughout Scottish history. George died at the battle of Flodden in 1513, and John died at the Battle of Pinkie in 1547. William was brought up with King James IV under the care of his aunt the Countess of Mar in the early 17th century and became Master of the Horse to the Queen. Robert Moray was knighted by Charles II in 1660 for his support during the Civil War.