Fine Antique Silver: Tiffany, Gorham and American Sterling and Coin Silver, English, Scottish, Irish and Continental silver
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William Adams Coin Silver Trophy Goblet, 1842
William Adams Coin Silver Trophy Goblet, 1842

This lovely goblet is designed with a stepped pedestal base, bulbous midsection and flaring conical top.  Applied die-rolled bandings with foliate decoration are applied around the foot, midsection and top rim.  A wonderful presentation inscription reads: 'Awarded by the/ American Institute/ at the 15th Annual Fair 1842/ To John Todd/ For the Best pair of working Oxen'.
Inscription on William Adams Coin Silver Trophy Goblet, 1842

William Adams was a very important silversmith.  His famous works include the 1841 mace of the United States House of Representatives and the Henry Clay presentation urn. In Elegant Plate: Three Centuries of Precious Metals in New York by Deborah Waters, an identical goblet with different banding that was used as a prize by the American Institute at their 1849 fair is discussed (pp. 263-4). The American Institute Fairs were held in New York City and promoted the best in agriculture and manufacturing; they 'sponsored plowing and spading matches…' and 'held a cattle show each season' (p.264).

This lovely trophy is stamped 'W. ADAMS/ NEW YORK'.  It measures 6.25 inches high by 3.5 inches across the rim.  It weighs 7.70 troy ounces and is in very good antique condition.

Our Price: $1,750.00  

Item code: B817

 

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