Vintage Edinburgh Greyfriars Bobby Skye Terrier Dog Figurine

Description

A great piece to remember your trip to Scotland or if you like Skye Terrier Dogs - An excellent replica of the famous Greyfriars Bobby Skye terrier. Highly detailed resin (although it may be metal, I really can't tell), 3” high and base diameter 2”. It's quite heavy and has a felt bottom - might have been intended as a paperweight
Greyfriars Bobby was a Skye Terrier who became known in 19th-century Edinburgh for spending 14 years guarding the grave of his owner until he died himself on 14 January 1872.The story continues to be well known in Scotland, through several books and films.