Silver Plated Fishing Reel Trophy

This silver trophy was designed to celebrate the winner of an angling competition. Three fishing rods with large reels intersect over one another, forming a three-pronged base for the trophy. Looped onto the rods is a wreath, signifying victory for the recipient of the trophy. The chalice of the trophy is clear and nondescript, free of any markings or initials. Well maintained and sturdy, this is an excellent example of antique silver craftsmanship.Sportfishing began in earnest in 15th century England with the publishing of "The Treatyse of Fysshynge with an Angle." Written by Dame Juliana Berner, the article was one of the first to promote fishing for pleasure instead of food. The publishing of the article is widely considered to be the birth of modern angling.Further developments were collected and released in "The Art of Angling" by Richard Bowlker in 1747. While "The Treatyse of Fysshynge with an Angle" is considered the birth of modern sportfishing, "The Art of Angling" marks the