using the search I am aware that this topic has been aired earlier this year - although believe that the suggestion of the Scottish maker Allen was discounted. Was just wondering if there had been any progress and if anyone now had a positive maker. In case it is of interest - particularly the beautiful purple colour against bright sun - I have attached a few pics. This one does have the raised thistle between two leaves. Am I correct in thinking it is a sugar?? Notice that the base of the bowl has that concetric circles pattern that I have seen previously on a cream jug. Have also have tried to show the thistle and leaves, but don't think it has worked to well. Paul S.