You're viewing a 1939 Edgartown Yacht Club Regatta Trophy Cup awarded to the Yacht Fantasy of the Wianno Class/Senior Class.
The silverplate has worn away considerably on the inside but is for the most part intact on the exterior. There are a few dings.
However this is not being sold for it's silver content. The cup was manufactured by Poole Silver Company, Taunton, MA 2103.
The Yacht Fantasy was constructed in 1914. It now rests in the Mystic Seaport Museum. Edward or "Ted" Kennedy participated in the 46th Edgartown Yacht Club Regatta Friday afternoon, July 18 1969. That was of course the regatta he attended before the tragic event at Chappaquiddick.
According to a newspaper clipping from the Edgartown Gazette Fantasy(Jean Hinkle), W 3:59:38 Wianno Knockabouts 1st Division. Start 1:50 P.M. 8.75 miles. The article's title was "Regatta Provides Thrilling Finishes".
This trophy is for sale. However I consider this to be a historical item so serious inquirers only. The Yacht that won this regatta race rests in the Mystic Seaport Museum. The name Hinkle is a famous name in this particular sport. Why James Hinkle has a regatta named after him as he along with the Yacht Fantasy won numerous races in the early part of last century.
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Wow this is such a beautiful Trophy ! So who will want to lose it...
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