Corinthian Yacht Club Marblehead, Massachusetts, Trophy Canister by Benedict MFG
Item Details
Corinthian Yacht Club Marblehead, Massachusetts, ‘Cow Boy Pool 1918 Runner-Up’ Trophy Canister by Benedict Manufacturing Company. An early 20th-century cylindrical metal trophy canister with a domed lid, engraved on the body: ‘CORINTHIAN YACHT CLUB / COW BOY POOL / 1918 / RUNNER-UP’. The lid is set with a circular, non-ferrous metal medallion featuring a central winged horse (Pegasus) in relief, encircled by ‘CORINTHIAN YACHT CLUB / MARBLEHEAD’ and the Latin motto ‘SESI. ET. CETARE / APES. ET. RESPONDERE. PARATI.’ The base of the cup is stamped with the maker’s mark ‘BENEDICT’ above a rhombus-enclosed symbol featuring a cross and the initials ‘B’ and ‘E’, over the number ‘1758’. The item relates to a game of ‘Cowboy Pool,’ a hybrid billiards game using four balls and a race to 101 points, which dates to 1908.
| Type | Canister |
| Materials | Metal |
| Maker | Benedict Manufacturing |
| Period | Early 20th Century |
| Date | 1918 |
| Origin | USA |
| Style | Antique |
| Personalization | Engraved |
| Number of Items | 1 |
Condition
- dents and nicks; tarnish; finish loss; stains and discoloration; surface wear and irregularities.
Dimensions
- Please note: If the winning bidder selects the warehouse transfer option, the item will be available for pickup at the selected warehouse three business days after payment has been finalized.
Item #
ITMGS10800
