Details
A George III silver cup and cover
Maker's mark of William Holmes, London, 1809
Campana-shaped and on spreading circular foot and with two acanthus foliage and shell handles, the detachable cover with fluted border and with bud finial, the body chased with bands of acanthus foliage and vines, the cover with a band of acorns and oak leaves, engraved with later inscription, marked on foot and cover, on wood plinth applied with inscribed plaque
13½in. (34.5cm.) high
59ozs. (1,835grs.)
Engraved
The inscription reads 'Mud Hook Yacht Club, 29th June 1928, for Yachts exceeding 21 metres, VRA rules, scales and lances, 1st Prize the Admiral's Cup, presented by Major Andrew Coats DSO won by Sir William Berry's "Cambria"'
