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Co. Meath G.A.A. 1887 Sporting Cup: G.A.A. Co. Meath 1887. A rare
and unusual Chalice type Cup, with bright cut design and inscribed
‘’Kells G.A.A., 1887,’’ approx. 21cms (8 1/4’’) high, not marked. Scarce.
(1) * This was presented by the Meath G.A.A. Council to the members
of the Kells Team, beaten in the First County Championship (under
the G.A.A. auspices) to mark the occasion. The first Meath County
Final took place on 17th April 1887, and was won by Dowdstown who
defeated Kells 1-0 to 0-0.
Estimate €350 - €500