Bidspirit auction | A circular sterling silver presentation

A circular sterling silver presentation salver featuring a scalloped pie-crust rim and standing on three scroll-form feet. The centre is engraved with the crest of the Borough of Bolton above a detailed presentation inscription. The text reads: Presented to Mr. JACK BOND by the Mayor and Corporation of Bolton to commemorate his services as Captain of LANCASHIRE COUNTY CRICKET CLUB 6th November, 1972. Mayor, Alderman Alan E. Clarke, J.P. The salver is struck with a suite of British hallmarks towards the upper rim, comprising the maker's mark E D, the crown for Sheffield, the lion passant for sterling silver, and the date letter e for 1972. Jack Bond (1932-2019) was a celebrated cricketer who captained Lancashire County Cricket Club to significant success, including three consecutive Gillette Cup victories between 1970 and 1972. Weight: 550 grams.