Presentation Two-Handled Cup
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Moses Fox
(American, 1850 - 1938)
ManufacturerManufactured by
American Silver Company
(American, founded 1901)
Date1918
MediumSterling silver
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter): 17 x 14 3/4in. (43.2 x 37.5cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koopman
DescriptionTwo-handled American silver presentation cup, inscribed to Moses Fox, April 10, 1918, from his employees at G. Fox & Co. The cup has acanthus leaf molding around the rim and base; scrolled handles with raised leaf motifs on each end. The cup weights 83 oz. troy weight.
Object number1980.73.1
NotesHistorical note: On April 9, 1918, a silver "loving cup" and horshoe-shaped floral wreath were presented to Moses Fox by his employees. Presenting the cup was Store Superintendant James F. Morrissey, who said: "We are here today to do honor to one of Hartford's best and finest citizens, who is second to none as a merchant, a man and an employer. The handsome eleven-story building in which we stand has been erected during the past year in the face of unusual obstacles and discouragements. These, however, have been overcome; and the new building of G. Fox & Co. is a credit and an adornment to the city. Mr. Fox, I take great pleasure in presenting to you, on behalf of the executives and buyers of the firm, this loving cup as a token of their loyalty and affection, and this horseshoe wreath, the emblem of good luck for G. Fox & Co." The cup, covered with an American flag, was then unveiled. (newspaper article in accession file, 10 April 1918)On View
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Moses Fox
Dr. Cyrus Pendleton