A fine quality English Staffordshire trout or salmon porcelain stirrup cup produced by Royale Stratford, in England, circa 1980. Acquired from a collector's estate in England. This lovely rare stirrup cup is in the form of a trout or salmon, hand painted with beautiful details with silver plate trim. As part of an English tradition, a stirrup cup is a "parting cup" given to riding companions while in the stirrups before embarking on a foxhunt. It's perfect for the collector and would also make a wonderful gift for the equestrian or hunting enthusiast.