CAPTAIN STROVER'S REWARD.

Authors :: du Preez, H. M.
Source :: Quarterly Bulletin of the National Library of South Africa. Oct-Dec2006, Vol. 60 Issue 4, p128-136. 9p.
Publication Year :: 2006
Abstract: The article discusses on the reward trophy presented by East India Co. to Captain John Strover of East Indiaman Essex vessel for his activities in False Bay, California in 1796. This trophy has an extraordinary two handled urn-shaped cup and cover with classic Adam style. It has exquisite refined craftsmanship from the top decoration to the circular, beaded foot. This craft was made by Thomas Chawner a famous silversmith. The cup and its cover has commemorative dedications which include the arms of the East India Co. and the following legend and was perfectly preserved by the Strover family.