Examples of 'Thistle' holders can be found in both embossed design and the later transfer design. 

Example 1

Example 1 shows the transfer design with the manufacturer's mark on the base at the rear. The height of each piece is 62mm.

Example 2

Example 2 shows the embossed design with the manufacturer's mark on the base at the rear with the initials 'SAR' on the cone, representing the designer Stuart Andrew Royston.