The trophy was chosen in 1987 as an appropriate cup for use in the competition, and was created in 1906 by Garrard's Crown Jewellers.
Laurent Ronde was the Crown Jeweller of France in the early 18th century.
Only the Crown Jeweller can handle the regalia and it is customary for a team of armed policemen to be present.
G. Collins and Sons were appointed the new Crown Jewellers although Garrard still holds a royal warrant from the Prince of Wales.
Garrard: The Crown Jewellers for 150 Years.
Ltd., the British Crown Jewellers.
G. Collins and Sons were appointed the new Crown Jewellers.
The trophy was designed and produced in London by a team of craftsmen from Garrard & Co (the Crown Jewellers).
It is also the crown that most often requires repair, which is normally done by the Crown Jeweller.
David Vyvyan Thomas, Crown Jeweller.