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Vintage 1948 Sterling Silver 'Tennis' Presentation Trophy

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A fine and impressive vintage George VI English cast sterling silver presentation trophy in the form of a tennis player; an addition to our diverse presentation silverware collection. This fine vintage George VI cast sterling silver presentation piece has a circular waisted form to a circular domed spreading base. The surface of the cup is plain and unembellished. This vintage tennis trophy is fitted with three sweeping handles with a leaf decorated upper terminal and bifurcating lower terminals conjoining the body to the base. The base is surmounted with a cast sterling silver ornament modelled in the form of a male tennis player completing a backhand swing. The model is embellished with impressive cast details reproducing the fine details of the player's attire, tennis racket and anatomical features. This impressive sporting antique is fitted to the original turned painted wood presentation plinth; if required this plinth could be fitted with a bespoke sterling silver presentation plaque suitable for a personal engraved inscription. Condition This vintage tennis trophy is a very good gauge of silver, excellent quality and in excellent condition. This impressive piece has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the base are all very clear. Dimensions : Height on plinth 12.5cm/4.9". Height 9.3cm/3.7". Diameter 7.2cm/2.8". Diameter of base of plinth 6.3cm/2.5". Maker: Joseph Gloster Ltd. Date: 1948. Origin: Birmingham, England. Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of vintage silverware. Item Ref. SKU: A6286
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.9 in (12.45 cm)Diameter: 2.8 in (7.12 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1948
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A62861stDibs: LU1200220568142

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