Fantasy Trophies are getting more popular

We all know that when you receive a trophy, you have achieved something. Frequently the size of the trophy directly reflects the magnitude of the achievement. Sometimes, as with the Olympics, medals are presented instead of trophies.

Trophies have been in existence since ancient times. The word trophy comes from the French word trophee, and it has been used to describe trophies since the sixteen hundreds. The Latin version of the word, trophaeum, literally means monument to victory.

In ancient rome, columns and arches would be built as trophies. Unfortunately many of these large stone memorials have been stripped of their trophies through the years. When it came to rewarding winners of athletic or other sporting events, the Romans preferred to give the victors money instead of trophies

Trophies go as far back as ancient Greece, where arms and battlefield gear could be hung on a tree, or placed on a large stake in the ground. These ancient trophies would often be inscribed with the story from the battle, and were displayed to commemorate certain warriors or soldiers. These battlefield ornaments would also sometimes be committed to the respective Greek gods. When naval battles occurred, wreckage of destroyed ships could be laid out on beaches as a memorial. To destroy or disturb any of these ancient markers was considered extremely disrespectful.

In the initial Olympic Games in ancient Greece, winners would receive a laurel wreath. The wreath was made from olive branches, just like the god Apollo was believed to wear. In later years, the winners would receive a vase shaped ceramic container called an amphora. The amphora was filled with sacred oil.

Some sporting trophies have a long and interesting heritage. Chalices were given as trophies as far back as the 1600s. Among the oldest trophies on record may be the Kyp Cup. This small silver cup was given to the winner of a horse race between two Colonial towns back in 1699. The trophy was named after the designer, Jesse Kyp, and still stands in the Henry Ford Museum today.

These days there are some iconic trophies in a few of the most popular sports. The Stanley Cup has been around since 1893. The Davis Cup in tennis was first awarded in 1900. The Claret Jug, which is awarded to the winner of the British Open of Golf, was first given to the winner in 1872.

Thanks to rise in interest in plastic trophies, trophies are a lot less expensive today. There are actually trophies of various sizes for pretty much any type of competition. Engraved Plaques are also increasingly popular. If you need a trophy for any sporting event, look no further than http://www.quicktrophy.com. We have a great selection of Soccer Trophies, Golfing Trophies and Glass Trophies. We also do free engraving and also have a great customer support record.