英超冠軍獎杯 Barclays Premier League Trophy

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英超聯賽的冠軍獎杯今日來到香港,我有幸與這具有特殊意義的獎杯合影留念。



下面是關於英超冠軍獎杯的介紹(英文)
What makes the Barclays Premier League Trophy so special?
The Barclays Premier League Trophy was crafted in 2004, when Barclays became title sponsor of the FA Premier League
Due to its value, the Barclays Premier League Trophy is always flanked by two security officers when on display, The Trophy is officially classed as 'priceless'.
Cast by Asprey and Garrard, the Crown Jewellers, the main body of the trophy is made from solid sterling silver. The crown is case from 24-carat silver gilt, to a depth of half a millimeter.
The total weight of the trophy is four stone. The base alone accounts for two and a half stone.
The base of the trophy is made from malachite, a semi precious stone found in Africa. The green colour of the opaque stone represents the field of play.
The trophy design is based on the theme of 'The Three Lions of English Football'. Two of the lions can be found above the handles. The title winning captain is the third lion.
The Trophy Stands two-feet five inches tall and twenty-four inches wide.