A George VI silver salver with RAF presentation inscription Birmingham, 1940 by Adie Brothers Ltd, with Royal Air Force presentation, 'per ardua ad astra' insignia above text 'Presented by the officers of 9/3 Squadron R.A.F. to Flight Lieut. Harry E. Grove, on the occasion of his wedding. Oct 3rd. 1940'. With 20 applied facsimile signatures. With piecrust border, on three scrolling supports. 33.3 ozt. 30 cm in diameter.