207 10 3473 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/c954eef1525af92d6d5d3d131eb109b5.jpg cc3a24929db35a01997c88acde146823 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:18377 Title A name given to the resource Scales Weight Set Description An account of the resource Set of scales, with brass pans and brass weights, in a wooden box. Used by Rev Alexander John Forsyth for weighing the ingredients used to make a detonating powder in 1805-6. Forsyth invented the percussion lock for fire arms, and his experiments involved him in producing detonating powder. Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource wood brass steel string lead, L(box): 225 mm W(box): 110 mm W(scales): 270 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1800 Late: 1810 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Belhelvie Aberdeenshire Relation A related resource ABDUA:18021 ABDUA:18378 ABDUA:13110 LEMUR:1000024 LEMUR:1000025 Case 47 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/049c7e15b223df01d9f9d5209d07a885.jpg 757fd628bc9ef89c37b4fb62a934c386 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Dental key. A steel tool with a bone handle. A crooked rod of steel projects from the handle. Two hinged curved arms with toothed tips and a fastener are on the end. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:18375 Title A name given to the resource Dental key. A steel tool with a bone handle. A crooked rod of steel projects from the handle. Two hinged curved arms with toothed tips and a fastener are on the end. Description An account of the resource Dental key, later 19th century, used to extract teeth. Made of iron with an ivory handle. It has four hooks or heads each fitted on to the key by a screwed sleeve, and each is designed to fit around a different size and type of tooth. Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource ivory metal iron, L(overall): 145 mm L(handle): 94 mm W: 25 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1850 Late: 1900 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: Duffus, George Case 16 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/dd446a06b2ecf3c55350b8ecdc63b06a.jpg fe2d5267bcbd9858936c84d9d7d4764c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Spurs. A pair of U shaped steel rods with a leather belt between the ends and a prong with a spiked wheel protruding from the middle. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:18342 Title A name given to the resource Spurs. A pair of U shaped steel rods with a leather belt between the ends and a prong with a spiked wheel protruding from the middle. Description An account of the resource Pair of spurs, made from steel, 'best hard' inscribed inside the heel, with leather straps. Donor unknown, but old label states: WILSON COLLECTION. Inscription: Inside heel: BEST HARD Old label: WILSON COLLECTION Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource metal steel (blued) leather ox skin, L: 120 mm W: 95 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1780 Late: 1880 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: unknown Wilson ? Case 18 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/a153c3d475726db9b58ea98a2e731547.jpg b37e760dacd7d0cdac856e616b2dbfe5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tinder box. A copper box with two lid panels. In one half is a candle holder which has a candle in it. Next to the box are two buckle shaped pieces of metal and a piece of flint. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:18788 Title A name given to the resource Tinder box. A copper box with two lid panels. In one half is a candle holder which has a candle in it. Next to the box are two buckle shaped pieces of metal and a piece of flint. Description An account of the resource Combined tinder-box and candlestick, in copper, with three flints and one strikelight. Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource metal copper copper alloy brass iron wax stone flint, L: 184 mm W: 122 mm Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Aberdeenshire Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: purchase Case 23 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/62d6123ff3694bbdfbc071a769889044.jpg 1a220a2a5bdca2cf5f88fc910a63b94a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tinder pistol. A small pistol like device with a wooden handle. A brass, steel and flint mechanism is on the end, operated by a trigger, and there is also a candle holder on the side. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:18789 Title A name given to the resource Tinder pistol. A small pistol like device with a wooden handle. A brass, steel and flint mechanism is on the end, operated by a trigger, and there is also a candle holder on the side. Description An account of the resource Flint-lock tinder pistol, in brass, combined with a brass rectangular container for tinder and a small cup for holding a candle. Lock is in steel. Used in making fire. Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource metal copper alloy brass iron steel wood, L: 182 mm W: 75 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1800 Late: 1900 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Aberdeenshire Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: Ffiske, C.E Mrs Case 23 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/9e0d24291bb0e037957d783a41659bfe.jpg 680a00ebcf762da3caea58b5de26f13d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:19622 Title A name given to the resource Breast Plate Description An account of the resource Oval breast-plate in gilded brass, 'worn on the sword belt of an officer in the Royal Aberdeen Volunteers (1794-1802)' (Reid 1912). Inscription: Aberdeen coat of arms BON ACCORD | ABERDEEN Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource metal gold copper alloy brass gilt, L: 72 mm W: 51 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1780 Late: 1820 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Aberdeen Aberdeenshire Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: Aberdeen.Town.Council Case 17 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/11346cf458e470c7792761fb5c5b3c17.jpg f977438f9ef4428f42bf295c8cc4c732 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gorget. A large, gold crescent shaped plate decorated with leaves around the edges. It has a silver stamp with knotwork and a crown surrounded by cannons, axes and swords. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:19626 Title A name given to the resource Gorget. A large, gold crescent shaped plate decorated with leaves around the edges. It has a silver stamp with knotwork and a crown surrounded by cannons, axes and swords. Description An account of the resource Copper gilt gorget with a silver gilt coat of arms. Shape:crescentic. Front decoration: flags & swords & guns & drums & cannon. Points decoration: foliate. The gorget of Major General James Ferguson of Balnakelly, Colonel of the Cameron Regiment 1693-1705 (the arms on the shield are those of Ferguson of Kinmundy, Aberdeenshire). The central boss contains the complex entwined royal monogram, surrounded by the motto: 'HONI SOI QUI MAL Y PENSEÔÇØ Inscription: Royal monogram & motto: HONI SOI QUI MAL Y PENSE Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource metal gold copper silver copper gilt silver gilt, W: 182 mm Th: 116 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1690 Late: 1705 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: Davidson, George Case 17 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/87b3791388b422abd0559ae0a1e38b7b.jpg 22e7a150706f04f11b8228ed09b5c166 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seal matrix. A bronze disc with a handle on the back. Depressed into the front is a design of a coat of arms split in half with three dog heads and a diagonal band on one side and a book on the other, with a bishop's hat above it. Around the edge is the inscription SIGILLVM COMMUNE GEORGII EPISCOPI ABERDONEN. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:13001 Title A name given to the resource Seal matrix. A bronze disc with a handle on the back. Depressed into the front is a design of a coat of arms split in half with three dog heads and a diagonal band on one side and a book on the other, with a bishop's hat above it. Around the edge is the inscription SIGILLVM COMMUNE GEORGII EPISCOPI ABERDONEN. Description An account of the resource Round seal matrix with shield of Bishop George Haliburton (Bishop of Aberdeen 1682-89), handle on reverse. Inscription: SIGILLVM COMMUNE GEORGII EPISCOPI ABERDONEN : Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource metal copper alloy, cast engraved, Dia: 47 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1682 Late: 1689 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Aberdeen Aberdeenshire Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: Walker, Alexander Case 35 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/2df427d1a5df787c1f98b34b0f3ada17.jpg 5a7c9af1bf8d941d6db6dd9f3e4e69ea https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/0f3b8b2cb96ed4a66b5166e2a058232c.jpg 26b76f2d11bf8aea88d675ae90091bfc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Watch. A gold pocket watch, open showing its white clockface with black roman numerals. https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/fc04b71e53aca0285381b2bc5004418b.jpg b747c7ffa587ac0f4d7f6e4b10eb367d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:15870 Title A name given to the resource Watch. A gold pocket watch, open showing its white clockface with black roman numerals. Description An account of the resource Gold pocket watch with an opening back and face cover, wound by key (key hole on the back), made by Messrs George Jamieson & Son, Aberdeen. The watch is inscribed inside the case in uppercase, copperplate and gothic lettering: 'Presented TO Alexander Riach/by Easton Gibb Contractors/IN TOKEN OF HIS FAITHFUL/Service as Manager/for the last 10 years/Novr. 1873'. A letter accompanied the watch: 'Dear Riach, Issued you a gold watch as a token of my appreciation of the zeal, energy, ability and fidelity with which you have conducted my work for the last ten years. Yours very truly, Easton Gibb'. Inscription: Presented TO Alexander Riach | by Easton Gibb Contractors | IN TOKEN OF HIS FAITHFUL | Service as Manager | for the last 10 years | Novr. 1873 reverse: AR Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource metal gold iron steel glass, Dia: 55 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1873 Late: 1873 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Aberdeen Aberdeenshire Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: Riach, P Case 9 https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/cc1e2bec4f4130cb503f3e44d380bf85.jpg d59a8ad0464ecdf97de1904a46226bc5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tobacco box. A round brass box with components on the lid shaped like a star and an anthropomorphic sun. The sun's rays are engraved onto the lid. https://exhibitions.abdn.ac.uk/university-collections/files/original/1765bebae6d14c71847119273b3a475e.jpg d2cf288675b4468ceead389503303270 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tobacco box. A round brass box. On the bottom is the inscription John Rinny 1755 in the middle and around the edge BY HAMMER AND HAND ALL ARTS DO STAND. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Encyclopaedia of the North East Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context ABDUA:18180 Title A name given to the resource Tobacco box. A round brass box with components on the lid shaped like a star and an anthropomorphic sun. The sun's rays are engraved onto the lid. Description An account of the resource Shape: circular Lid decoration: sun & 2 stars. Has a secret locking mechanism to open lid. Inscription: BY HAMMER AND HAND ALL ARTS DO STAND John Rinny 1755 Type The nature or genre of the resource Physical Object Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Field Collector: Yates,John Mr Field Collection Date: 1951 (pre) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource metal copper alloy brass, Dia: 80 mm Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Early: 1755 Late: 1755 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Europe, Scotland Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Acquisition Source: Yates, John Mr Case 41