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1957 Maryland Terrapins Artwork: 10 oz Stainless Steel Lowball

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1957 Maryland Terrapins Artwork: 10 oz Stainless Steel Lowball

By Vintage Brand™ not affiliated with or sponsored by Maryland Terrapins
Testudo, the official mascot of the University of Maryland, is not your ordinary Diamondback terrapin. Testudo got his start back in 1932, when then-football coach Dr. H. Curley Byrd recommended that the Diamondback terrapin be made the school mascot. It is also the Maryland State Reptile. In order to make the mascot a reality, Byrd suggested contacting Edwin C. Mayo, President of Gorham Manufacturing in Providence, RI. Mayo was a former quarterback for the University and member of the Class of 1904. He agreed to produce the 300- pound bronze terrapin at cost. He used a live Diamondback as a guide, brought to Rhode Island by Ralph Williams. On June 2, 1933, Testudo was unveiled to the world. The live terrapin used as a model had multiple ribbons attached to it, which were in turn attached to the canvas covering the sculpture. And as the smaller terrapin struggled forward, Testudo was revealed for the first time.

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Testudo, the official mascot of the University of Maryland, is not your ordinary Diamondback terrapin. Testudo got his start back in 1932, when then-football coach Dr. H. Curley Byrd recommended that the Diamondback terrapin be made the school mascot. It is also the Maryland State Reptile. In order to make the mascot a reality, Byrd suggested contacting Edwin C. Mayo, President of Gorham Manufacturing in Providence, RI. Mayo was a former quarterback for the University and member of the Class of 1904. He agreed to produce the 300- pound bronze terrapin at cost. He used a live Diamondback as a guide, brought to Rhode Island by Ralph Williams. On June 2, 1933, Testudo was unveiled to the world. The live terrapin used as a model had multiple ribbons attached to it, which were in turn attached to the canvas covering the sculpture. And as the smaller terrapin struggled forward, Testudo was revealed for the first time.
Product details
The Vintage Brand 10 oz. Stainless Steel Lowball is the perfect versatile companion for game day. Represent your favorite team while enjoying a hot or iced beverage. The Lowballs’ double-wall vacuum insulation will keep your hot drinks hot, and your cold drinks cold longer than standard drinkware. Vintage Brand artwork has been reproduced from the original and has been digitally restored, framed, and enhanced for vibrant color.
  • Double-wall vacuum insulation
  • Keeps cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot
  • 18/8 Kitchen-grade Stainless Steel, puncture and rust-resistant
  • Durable and easy to clean, dishwasher safe
  • Dimensions: 4 3/8" x 3 1/2" wide
  • Empty Weight: 9.5 oz. (Lid included)
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