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Exceptional Victorian British Sterling Silver Rifle Shooting Trophy, c. 1884–1885An impressive and highly decorative late-19th-century British silver presentation trophy featuring an outstanding rifleman finial to the removable lid.The trophy has an elegant two-handled form with ornate openwork floral handles, hand-engraved decoration, and a large presentation cartouche. The engraving includes dates 1884 and 1885, indicating its history as an early British presentation or competitive shooting trophy.The lid is surmounted by a wonderfully detailed figure of a Victorian rifleman holding a long rifle, strongly suggesting an association with rifle shooting, marksmanship, a rifle club, or a military/Volunteer competition.The piece bears British silver hallmarks/maker’s marks, as shown in the photographs. These marks are an important part of the trophy’s provenance and age.
The trophy displays beautifully and has substantial presence. More than 140 years old, it is a wonderful piece of Victorian British silver and shooting history.Details:
• British silver presentation trophy
• Dates to the 1880s / 1884–1885
• Rifleman finial with long rifle
• Removable lid
• Ornate pierced floral handles
• Extensive hand engraving
• British hallmarks/maker’s marks FE
• Original period presentation inscriptions
• Victorian eraCondition is consistent with age and use. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.Please note: The FE maker’s mark appears consistent with marks associated with Frederick Elkington.
