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| Natal Rifle Association Semper Paratus Sterling Silver Trophy Mug - Winner 500 Yards Aggregate, C.J. Fleming
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Reference: S11594
Period: Edward VII
Year: 1907
Silversmith: James Dixon & Sons
Place: Sheffield
Price: $ 880.00
Weight: 203 grams
Dimensions: 11.2 cm height
Condition: Good, a few small dents to base and one on the side, rim also with small distortions. Handle secure with no repairs.
Description: A Natal Rifle Asoociation antique silver trophy mug, won by C.J. Fleming in 1908 for winning the 500 yard aggregate. The mug is tapered cylindrical, with a double scroll handle which is still securely fastened with no damage or repairs. The mug is a substantial weight, over 200 grammes, the quality and feel is very pleasing. The mug is beautifully engraved with the NRA badge of mounted rifleman above 1862, with "Natal Rifle Association Semper Paratus" in circular band. The mug is also engraved "For the winner 500 yards aggregate, won by C.J. Fleming 1908". The hallmarks are clear including makers mark J.D&S for James Dixon & Sons, a well known firm, first established in 1806 and still in business today.They employed over 600 people during Victorian times (Culme, Directory of Gold & Silversmiths).
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