Doncaster Gold Cup LE350 2.5" x 1.5" Rectangle. New in excellent condition in original presentation case. Base decorated with horses racing on a horse track. Inside Lid: " Based on the paintings of The Doncaster Gold Cup by John F. Senior Herring (1795 - 1865)" Limited Edition 350. Retails for $295 The event was established in 1766, and it was originally called the Doncaster Gold Cup. It pre-dates Doncaster St. Leger Stakes by ten years, and is the venue's oldest surviving race. It was initially held at Cantley Common, and moved to its present location in 1776. During the early part of its history the race was contested over 4 miles. It was shortened to 2 miles and 5 furlongs in 1825, and reduced to 2 miles and 2 furlongs in 1891. It was cut by another furlong in 1908, and restored to its previous length in 1927. The Doncaster Cup is one of Britain's leading events for "stayers" – horses which specialise in racing over long distances. It is the final leg of the Stayers' Triple Crown, preceded by the Gold Cup and the Goodwood Cup. The race is currently held on the third day of Doncaster's four-day St. Leger Festival. Marshall Enamels (English Enamels)