Fattorini & Sons Silver Chess Trophy, 1907

Name: Fattorini & Sons Silver Chess Trophy, 1907
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA788088
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Luke Honey Ltd

Description

An Edwardian Silver Staunton "King" Trophy, Fattorini & Sons, 1907

English sterling silver hallmarks for Fattorini & Sons, Chester, 1907

Original engraved inscription to the base polished out (i.e. removed), a few 'dings'.

Diameter: 11.3cm

Height: 19cm

Weight: 7.52 troy oz

Stock Reference: AS 1913

Fattorini & Sons were established in Leeds, in the early 19th century. In 1883, the firm made the first ever chess clock, which included two linked pendulum clocks. By the early 20th century Fattorini was known for its manufacture of sporting trophies, including the Football Association Challenge Cup (more famously known as the F. A. Cup) in 1911.

Physical Dimensions

Height

19cm (7.48")

Width

11.3cm (4.45")

Depth

11.3cm (4.45")

Declaration

Luke Honey Ltd has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA788088

Dealers Internal Reference

AS 1913

Description

An Edwardian Silver Staunton "King" Trophy, Fattorini & Sons, 1907

English sterling silver hallmarks for Fattorini & Sons, Chester, 1907

Original engraved inscription to the base polished out (i.e. removed), a few 'dings'.

fig 1. Fattorini & Sons Silver Chess Trophy, 1907

Diameter: 11.3cm

Height: 19cm

Weight: 7.52 troy oz

Stock Reference: AS 1913

Fattorini & Sons were established in Leeds, in the early 19th century. In 1883, the firm made the first ever chess clock, which included two linked pendulum clocks.

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By the early 20th century Fattorini was known for its manufacture of sporting trophies, including the Football Association Challenge Cup (more famously known as the F.

Luke Honey Ltd

A. Cup) in 1911.

Physical Dimensions

Height

19cm (7.48")

Width

11.3cm (4.45")

Depth

11.3cm (4.45")

Date of Manufacture

Luke Honey Ltd has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers