11th Oct, 2019 14:30

The Sporting Medals & Trophies Auction

 
  Lot 1816
 

RANGERS F.C. INTEREST - A SILVER CIGARETTE CASE INSCRIBED TO ALAN MORTON

SILVER CIGARETTE CASE,
maker E J Trevitt & Sons, Birmingham 1938, with engine turned decoration overall, the interior inscribed 'A.L. Morton, Airdrie', 240g

Note: Alan Morton (1893-1971) enjoyed 13 years with Rangers F.C., in a period that witnessed the club win ten championships and two Scottish Cups. Scoring 115 goals in 495 matches for the club, Morton earned his nickname of 'The Wee Blue Devil’ and secured his status as Rangers legend.

Provenance: Formerly the property of Alan Morton, this cigarette case was last sold at McTear's in December 2009, on behalf of the family of the late player.

 

A condition report is offered as an indication of any issues visible to the naked eye. As none of our staff is a professional conservator or restorer, buyers must satisfy themselves in respect of condition. The condition report does not form part of any contract between McTear's and the buyer, and all lots are offered "as is" in accordance with our Terms of Business available on our website.

 

Sold for £120
Estimated at £60 - £80


 
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