In my role as a Registrar looking after an extensive and varied collection I have found being able to call on Colin’s expertise invaluable.
Without doubt Colin has assisted me in sourcing some of the finest items in my collection
Colin’s invaluable experience both as a specialist in Scottish Silver together with his enthusiasm has allowed me to further enhance my collection
Without Colin’s continued help and sourcing of these unusual items, my collection would not be nearly as good or indeed be of such value.
- A Private Collector
After previous discussions with two auction houses over the value of a collection of early 19th century manuscript documents I approached Colin Fraser at R L Christie in Edinburgh and he was able to negotiate a private treaty sale for me with an institution and it resulted in a very satisfactory result which achieved tens of thousands of pounds more than the sum the auction houses had imagined.
- A Private Collector
I worked closely with Colin to revalue the Collection for insurance purposes and to devise a strategy to protect, preserve and promote the Collection for future generations. Colin is extremely knowledgeable, professional and long term in his thinking; a pleasure to work with.
- Director of a corporate collection
In my role as a Registrar looking after an extensive and varied collection I have found being able to call on Colin’s expertise invaluable.
He is extremely knowledgeable and provides a range of services for us and our lenders, identifying objects, providing condition reports and valuations. He is always very quick to response to enquiries and a pleasure to work with.
- Registrar, National Collection
The knowledge of and enthusiasm for the history of Scottish silver has played an important part in developing research into the subject and in creating the Incorporation’s online archive database. His ability to see a subject from all angles has helped create new interest in the field and make the online archive accessible to all. Colin has forged new connections with other vital stakeholders, resulting in a comprehensive service for everyone from amateur enthusiasts to dedicated collectors
- Mary Michel, Director Incorporation of Goldsmiths of the City of Edinburgh
Colin’s vision of contemporary silver as the continuation of an ancient tradition with a vital role to play for both makers and the general public has inspired Elements: a four day festival of gold and silver in central Edinburgh. This is a first in Scotland and promises to be a nationally important annual event, benefitting the craft and consumers now and for years to come.
- Mary Michel, Director Incorporation of Goldsmiths of the City of Edinburgh
