11th Apr, 2024 12:00
The Sporting Auction | Part One
JAMES TAYLOR OF PRESTON NORTH END F.C., IMPORTANT FOOTBALL LEAGUE (WAR) CUP BRONZE MEDAL
1940/41
the obverse with central trophy in relief, bordered by inscription, the reverse inscribed THE FOOTBALL LEAGUE (NS) CHAMPIONS THE FOOTBALL LEAGUE (WAR) CUP WINNERS, JAMES TAYLOR, (CHAIRMAN), in bronze
Note: This historically important medal was awarded to the Chairman of Preston North End (an notable figure in the history of the club) after his team lifted the Football League War Cup. After becoming the Northern Section (N.S.) champions, they faced Southern Section winners Arsenal, initially drawing 1-1, before winning the replay 2-1. The competition was played in lieu of the FA Cup, which was supended during the war years. Indeed, the medal is cast in bronze as opposed to gold, a poignant and subtle reminder as the frugality of the efforts at the Home Front.
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Estimated at £300 - £500
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