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The silver St Kilda sailing trophy by Moss and Caspar, retailed…
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Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
4-Apr-2012
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Description:
The silver St Kilda sailing trophy by Moss and Caspar, retailed by Walsh & Sons, in the form of a chalice, with a circular cartouche engraved with a harbour scene and British Royal armorial and: 'St Kilda/ Aura Favente Fero', raised on a stepped beaded foot, underneath engraved: 'St Kilda Amateur Sailing Match Won By Bulldog May 8th 1875 From a Few Friends'. Marks: Mand C/ sterling. Weight: 300 grams; height 24 cm. Provenance: 1990 private Collection Melbourne. Notes: This object is recorded in JBH 'Australian Silver 1800-1900' pp 109, the St Kilda motto translates to 'Born on a Favouring Breeze' in 1841 the schooner the lady of St Kilda moored for an extended period off the beach and hence gave its name to the area.
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Category:
Silver: Mugs, Cups & Goblets