This two handled antique Loving Cup Trophy is dated 1870. At just over 150 years old, this silverplate trophy was awarded to a W.H. Leak, winner of the Broad Jump. The award was given by Eton College in Windsor England.
The following is a full description of the engraving on the front.
TROPHY DETAILS
W. H. Leak
Eton College Coat of Arms
Winner of Broad Jump
Eton 1870
TROPHY DETAILS REVERSE
Engraved Cannon
Initials W. H. L.
The antique 1870 Loving Cup Trophy 1870 is beautifully engraved, front and back. The front has the Eton College Coat of Arms with a scrolling banner below. The banner reads “Esto Perpetua”. All the lettering is highly decorated with elaborate scroll and flourishes.
The engraving on the reverse has a large British cannon at the top. I’m not sure what this means, but it is cool. Then below this are the winners initials in a elaborate Gothic font. With its marvelous engraving, this is quite a handsome trophy.
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PERIOD: 1870 COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: England MATERIALS: Silverplate CONDITION: The trophy is in nice original condition with natural wear and patina to the silverplate finish. There are some scratches and wear consistent with age. The stem appears to have a very slight bend. See photos for more details. HEIGHT: 6.75 in. (17 cm) WIDTH: 5.13 in. (13 cm) DEPTH: 3.25 in. (81 cm) WEIGHT:
