miniature wherry
Object Detail
Object Name
trophy
Description
Sterling silver miniature wherry rigged as a pair. This trophy was offered for the Silver Wherries from 1846-1850, the event which is now known as the Silver Goblets and Nickalls Challenge Cup for Coxless Pairs.
In 1846 H Haggard and W H Milman of Christchurch, Oxford, won by 3 lengths.
In 1848 a foul occurred soon after the start, and the umpire awarded the race to Haggard and Milman.
In 1846 H Haggard and W H Milman of Christchurch, Oxford, won by 3 lengths.
In 1848 a foul occurred soon after the start, and the umpire awarded the race to Haggard and Milman.
Accession No
1996.21.1
Collection
Rowing
Associated Date
1846-1850
Associated Period
19th century
Associated Event
Silver Wherries
Date
Circa 1846