A mid-20th-century silver-plated presentation salver by the renowned Sheffield makers Walker & Hall. Of circular form, the tray features a classic beaded rim and is centrally engraved with presentation details for a New Zealand golf tournament. The center displays crossed golf clubs beneath arched text, commemorating the 'Auckland Sports Goods Trade Golf Tourney' of 1964.

Historical & Style Details

• Subject / Sitter / Source: Auckland Sports Goods Trade Golf Tourney, Single Stableford, 1964
• Artist / Maker / Author: Walker & Hall, Sheffield
• Period: Mid-Century Modern
• Origin: England
• Material / Technique: Electroplated nickel silver (EPNS), engraved
• Materials: Silver plate, nickel brass alloy
• Markings: Engraved on front: "AUCKLAND SPORTS GOODS TRADE / GOLF TOURNEY / 1964 / SINGLE STABLEFORD". Stamped on reverse with Walker & Hall pennant logo containing "W&H", followed by "WALKER & HALL / SHEFFIELD / 53698 A1".
• Condition: Moderate to heavy surface scratching and scuffing across both front and reverse surfaces, consistent with age and handling; some minor tarnish to the beaded rim.

History

Walker & Hall, established in Sheffield in 1845, was one of the most prolific and respected British manufacturers of silver and electroplate, known for their high-quality 'A1' grade plating. This presentation salver represents the mid-20th-century tradition of utilizing fine British metalware as sporting trophies across the Commonwealth, specifically in New Zealand's active sports trade community of the 1960s.