Vintage 1934 Land O’Lakes Sweet Cream Butter Trophy – Efficiency Contest – Derby Silver Co.

Vintage 1934 Land O’Lakes Sweet Cream Butter Trophy – Efficiency Contest – Derby Silver Co.

$314.99 USD
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Vintage 1934 Land O’Lakes Sweet Cream Butter Trophy – Efficiency Contest – Derby Silver Co.

Vintage 1934 Land O’Lakes Sweet Cream Butter Trophy – Efficiency Contest – Derby Silver Co.

$314.99 USD

Vintage 1934 Land O’Lakes Sweet Cream Butter Trophy – Efficiency Contest – Derby Silver Co.

Original 1934 Land O’Lakes advertising trophy awarded for dairy production efficiency. This two-handled loving cup features the iconic Land O’Lakes maiden logo in color enamel above engraved contest details, making it a desirable piece of early American agricultural and dairy memorabilia.

Front engraving reads:
“1st Prize – Efficiency Contest
Awarded to Rinald Back
Score 98.88
Dist. No. 6
1934

Maker / Marks:
Stamped on underside: Derby Silver Company (Derby, Connecticut)
Pattern / production numbers present.

Details:
• Brand: Land O’Lakes Sweet Cream Butter
• Date: 1934
• Maker: Derby Silver Co.
• Material: Silverplate
• Form: Two-handle loving cup trophy
• Advertising enamel panel with maiden logo and pastoral scene

Measurements (approx.):
• Height: 7 inches
• Width (handle to handle): 6 inches
• Cup depth: 5 inches
• Base diameter: 3 inches

Stand included and measures 2 1/2 in. tall and 4 1/2 in. wide. Weight (trophy only): 14.8 ounces- approx. 1.2 lb (with stand)

Condition (as found / unpolished):
• Original untouched patina
• Tarnish and oxidation throughout
• Visible silverplate wear and loss, especially:
– Interior bowl
– Base rim
– Upper rim and handles
• No major dents or structural damage observed
• Handles secure
• Enamel advertising panel intact with expected age wear and surface loss
• Engraving remains crisp and legible

This piece has not been polished to preserve original surface character and collector preference.

A scarce Depression-era Land O’Lakes award — ideal for dairy advertising collectors, agricultural history displays, or vintage trophy collections.

Please review all photos carefully for condition details. Ships well-packed and protected.

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