A good piece of Queensland history, this trophy cup was awarded at the annual Roma show organised by the Western Pastoral and Agricultural Association. It was made in Birmingham by Hilliard and Thomas in 1881.
Inscribed:
WP & AA
ROMA
August 1st 1883
PRESENTED BY GEORGE BEDDOE ESQ
FOR BEST PEN OF 5 TWO-TEETH MERINO RAMS
WON BY
Messrs Miles Fletcher & Co
English hallmarks.
It measures 18.5cm high (not including the handles) and weighs 352 grams.