Vintage European 1980s Rochdale Deaf Social Club Snooker K.O. Lidded Silver Plate Trophy Cup

This vintage 1980s European trophy cup is a distinctive piece of sporting memorabilia hailing from the Rochdale Deaf Social Club. Specifically awarded for the club's "Snooker K.O." (Knockout) tournaments, the silver-tone cup features a classic twin-handled design and comes complete with its original removable lid surmounted by a decorative finial. The piece rests on a tiered black plastic base, which is mounted with three silver-tone shields documenting a brief history of local champions: A. Carroll, who secured consecutive victories in 1986 and 1987, and D. McBurnie, who took the title in 1988. The trophy currently exhibits a heavy, authentic patina and tarnish consistent with its age and use, giving it a characterful vintage aesthetic, though it could likely be polished to a brighter shine if preferred.

Condition:
Good vintage condition with expected wear and tarnish consistent with age. No major flaws to note.

Measurements (approximate - rounded to the nearest quarter inch):
7.5 inches in width
trophy cup 4.25 inches in diameter
14 inches in height
5 inches in diameter

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VINTAGE & ANTIQUE
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