ARTS & CRAFTS STERLING SILVER CROWN

Arts & Crafts Silver Crown

Manufacturer

Philip & Thomas Vaughton of Vaughton & Sons

Designer

Unknown but very much in the style of David Veasey

Description

A unique National Eisteddfod of Wales 1908 crown. Hand wrought silver laurel leaves and berries with green enamel & original velvet.

Country of Manufacture

England

Date

Birmingham 1908

Marks

see photo

Condition

Silver & enamel perfect. Velvet has faded as can be seen in the photos.

Size

Approx 20cms diameter (8 inches). 10.75 oz.

Other Information

The National Eisteddfod of Wales is the largest cultural festival of its kind in Europe and one of the oldest manifestations of Welsh culture and heritage, promoting the Welsh language and the arts. The first Eisteddfod was held in Cardigan back in 1176, but was revived and held in its present form in 1860. It takes place annually, alternating between north & south wales.

The crown is awarded to the author of the best work in free verse.

More information on the National Eisteddfod can be found here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/eisteddfod/2009/

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