1955 Sterling Silver H.A.C Runners up Football Cup Medal

1955 Sterling Silver H.A.C. Runners-Up Football Cup Medal

An attractive vintage football cup medal awarded to the runners-up of the H.A.C. competition in 1955.

This substantial sporting medal is struck in sterling silver and remains in good vintage condition, displaying general signs of age, use and wear commensurate with its history and age.

One side shows footballers in action, challenging for the ball. The other side reads “H.A.C. Football Cup 1955” and “Runners-Up”, with a crown and wings emblem between the two.

Marks and Measurements

The medal is marked “Sterling Silver”, together with a partially worn maker’s mark, believed to read “Phillip Alder**”. Please refer to the photographs carefully for confirmation of the maker’s mark.

Marked:

• Sterling Silver
• Maker’s Mark: Believed to read Phillip Alder** (partially worn)

Measurements:

• Length: 3.5cm
• Width: 3.1cm
• Weight: 19.7g

About This Football Cup Medal

A well-made and substantial piece of mid-century sporting memorabilia, combining the history of competitive football with the enduring appeal of sterling silver. An appealing addition for collectors of vintage football memorabilia, sporting awards or silver medals.

At 19.7g, this football cup medal has a pleasing weight in the hand. The raised figures give the design real movement, with the players shown mid-stride as they contest the ball, and a small loop at the top allows it to be hung or worn as a fob.

What Does H.A.C. Stand For?

The exact competition has not been confirmed, which makes this football cup medal an interesting piece for a researcher. The crown with sails and the wings look similar to naval and air insignia, so it is possible that the medal has a services connection, perhaps with the Royal Navy’s Fleet Air Arm. If you recognise the H.A.C. name, we would love to hear from you.

Collecting Football Medals

Football medals from the mid-20th century give a direct link to the local, works and services teams that were once at the heart of the game in Britain. Each football cup medal represents a real match and real players, and runners-up medals are just as much a part of that story as winners’ medals. Dated examples such as this are especially useful, as the year can be matched to local records and team histories.

Displaying and Gifting

This football cup medal would look great in a small frame or display case, either alone or alongside other sporting memorabilia. It would make an unusual gift for a football fan, a player or coach, or a person born in 1955. It may also appeal to anyone with an interest in British services sport, should the possible connection prove correct.

Caring for Your Silver Medal

Wipe the medal gently with a soft silver polishing cloth, taking care around the raised figures. Many collectors prefer not to over-polish older medals, as a little natural toning helps to show up the detail. Store it in a dry place, away from damp, and keep it separate from other metal items to protect the surface from scratches.

Delivery and Returns

Free UK delivery on this item, carefully packed and sent Royal Mail Tracked, dispatched within 1–2 working days. All items, including pre-owned items, can be returned within 30 days. Gift orders can be sent directly to a different address with no prices included in the parcel.

Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report.

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