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Trophy; awarded to women employees for singles lawn tennis championship, 1935

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Reference number
1997/1160
Description
For many years, London Transport staff have been involved in establishing sports associations and taking part in sporting competitions and events. This unusual trophy was awarded to the winners of London Transport's Women's Singles Lawn Tennis Championship. The cupid-like figure is mounted on a base of six silver tennis balls. The inscription reads 'London Transport Women's Singles Lawn Tennis Championship, Presented by Frank Pick Esq, Vice Chairman.' Past winners - only from 1971 to 1979 - are listed underneath.
Collection
Object type
  • Trophy
Location
Completeness
71%
  • Physical description

    Dimensions
    AttributeValue
    Height
    250mm
    Diameter
    120mm
    Item content
    AttributeValue
    Inscription
    London Transport Women's Singles Lawn Tennis Championship Presented by Frank Pick Esq Vice Chairman
    Design
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    Material
    Hallmarked silver
    Timber
  • Associated companies, people and places

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    Company
    LT,