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Relation to Hallmark First Picture:
If this is the same trophy with the hallmark “H.A”, crown, lion and letter “C”, then:

• This trophy was made in Sheffield, UK in 1977.
• It is made of pure sterling silver (925).
• It was likely issued in conjunction with the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, and may have been adapted as a special trophy for official
or university events.

Hallmark Conclusion and Summary
This object is made of hallmarked sterling silver (925). The carving is in a baroque floral style with an acanthus leaf motif, featuring a classic and
neat artistic style. The overall style of the design is based on British heritage and is suitable for official ceremonial or commemorative use.

Through hallmark analysis, there are several important elements:
• The “H.A” mark likely refers to a maker such as Atkin Brothers, or another entity using the same initials.
• The crown symbol indicates that this hallmark was issued by the Sheffield Assay Office, and was used before 1975.
• The walking lion is a British sterling silver mark with a silver content of around 92.5%.
• The letter “C” represents the year 1977, coinciding with the Silver Jubilee celebration in the context of British history.
Overall, this object is likely a commemorative trophy or official championship award made around 1977, with carvings and styles that symbolize
British heritage values and elegance.
These are hallmarks engraved on precious metals such as sterling silver from the United Kingdom, and each symbol carries a specific meaning.
Based on the order and style of the engraving in your picture.

H.A – This is a maker’s mark. Crown – This Lion passant – This Specially shaped ‘C’ letter – This is a date letter,
“H.A” may refer to Henry represents denotes British and depending on the style of the letter and its
Atkin, or Harrison & Atkinson, Sheffield, one of sterling silver frame, it indicates the year of manufacture. In
depending on the time and the hallmarking (92.5% silver purity). such a pentagonal shape, the letter “C” usually
location. It indicates who made cities in the UK. represents a specific year. For example:
the item.
• A pentagonal “C” on Sheffield usually
refers to the year 1977.

Conclusion
• The metal is British sterling silver.
• Hallmarked in Sheffield.
• Year of manufacture is 1977 (in conjunction with the Silver Jubilee).
• Maker marked “H.A” is probably not the same as Atkin Brothers 1900s possibly a newer maker using
→
the same code.

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