From Doncaster to Philadelphia: 18th century racing trophy offered at Freemans

Silver-gilt Doncaster Cup racing trophy with hallmarks for Daniel Smith and Robert Sharp for 1767 – estimated $4000-6000 at Freeman’s in Philadelphia.

This silver-gilt Doncaster Cup racing trophy has hallmarks for Daniel Smith and Robert Sharp for 1767.

Extracted from Antiques Trade Gazette | ATG Reporter

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Engraved to the lip Doncaster Cup 1770 Randolph Marriott & Anthony Wharton Esqes Stewards, it stands 18in (46cm) high and weighs in at 128oz.

The cup is one of the silver trophies in the Collection of Victor Niederhoffer which is to be offered at auction by Freeman’s in Philadelphia on June 19.

The estimate is $4000-6000.

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