Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koopman, 1980.73.1 Photograph by ...

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

Object number1980.73.1

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.

Collections

G. Fox & Co.

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)

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