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The Ashworth Trophy 1953 of the Scottish Philatelic Society. The inscription on the trophy reads: 'The/Ashworth Trophy/1953'. The first recorded winner was John R. Buchan in 1953; the last recorded winner was Ian McKie in 1985. Hallmarked. Separate round wooden base. Inside its original wooden box.
In 1953, Mrs Clara Ashworth, the widow of the Professor of Zoology, presented a cup for annual competition by Juniors. In 1957 Mrs Ashworth became the Society’s first woman President. (see Scotland's
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height trophy on mm 180
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 trophy 2023.1.18
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Object Part The Ashworth Trophy 1953 of the Scottish Philatelic Society. The inscription on the trophy reads: 'The/Ashworth Trophy/1953'. The engraved names of the 1961-1985 winners on the back. Two handles decorated with sparrows. Hallmarked.   
Object Part Black wooden base for The Ashworth Trophy 1953. The engraved names of the 1953-1960 winners on the metal plaques around the base. Green felt pad on bottom.   
Object Part Wooden presentation box for The Ashworth Trophy 1953. Plastic handle on the top. Wood door is secured by a metal side hook. Red felt lined interior.