Lot 6539
A large coin cup awarded as a prize in a high-wheel cycling competition, dated 1893
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Non-ferrous metal, silvered, unmarked. The body rests on three spherical feet. Beneath the moulded upper rim is the engraved dedication: ‘Hochrad Main Race, 27 August 1893. 1st prize. Honourary prize from the City of Rostock’. Embossed decoration comprising medallions (no inlaid coins) depicting the princes of the German Empire, including Prussia (Frederick III, William I, William II, Frederick William II, Frederick William IV), Saxony (King Frederick Augustus I, King John), Bavaria (Ludwig II), Württemberg, Baden, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Oldenburg, Anhalt and Saxe-Meiningen. A relief-carved lid rests on top (with a vacant hole in the centre). Signs of wear and age. Height with lid approx. 36 cm; weight approx. 1.5 kg. Very impressive.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?