Title
Trophy Cup
Creator
Date
1917
Description
A trophy cup (American, dated 1917) made of sterling silver by Whiting Manufacturing Co. The simple body of the cup is lifted on a tapered handle which splays outward at the base. Inscribed on the front of the trophy is: “ALBEMARLE PONY SHOW / SEPT. 4. 1926 / NOVICE SADDLE CLASS / WON BY / DILLY DALLY” Under the base is stamped “STERLING 6323” with a date mark for 1917 under it, on the other side of the base is the maker’s mark for Whiting Manufacturing Co. of what may be a two-headed dragon with a foot on a “W” within a circle.
Cultural Origin
American
Medium
sterling silver
Extent
5.75" x 3.25"
Collection
Source
Gift of Mrs. Gwendolen E. Rives, 1972.
Identifier
PSNC.6747
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