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Edwardian Oxford University Presentation Rowing Oar D.1901

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ZQXBS

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2021
  • £1,200.00
  • €1,415 Euro
  • $1,598 US Dollar

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Item Description

A wonderful and unique Edwardian Oxford University rowing oar presentation blade. d.1901

The oar is the original used during the ‘bumping’ race and was awarded to Magdalen college 2nd Torpid. Any rowing team who recorded four consecutive 'bumps' were said to have earned their oars. This is a superb part of Oxford's history.

Adorned with hand painted typography and the College’s heraldic insignia.

The Coach listed was Henry Hampden Dutton (13 February 1879 – 15 June 1932), he was a South Australian pastoralist and the only member of the rowing team who wasn’t British. 

You may find some links to a family member somewhere amongst the names!

Perfect gift for your sporting enthusiast!

Item Info

Seller Location

North Yorkshire, Yorkshire

Item Dimensions

H: 110cm W: 15cm D: 6cm

Period

1901

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

North Yorkshire, Yorkshire

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44(0)7771 962494

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