FIFA Women's World Cup: A Look at the Trophy Up Close ⚽

The FIFA Women's World Cup trophy weighs 4.6kg, stands 47cm, and is sterling silver gilded with gold. Co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand this year, the trophy lift in Sydney on August 20 will be a study in trophy photography.

Spiral Form Reads as Movement

The trophy's spiraling silver bands evoke a football in motion — a sculptural decision that photographs differently from every angle. Compare to a static cup: same volume, far less photographic interest. For any custom sport trophy you brief, ask the designer for at least one element that introduces movement (twist, asymmetry, lean).

Gold-Gilded vs Solid Gold

FIFA chose silver gilded with gold rather than solid gold — same visual effect, far lower cost, recipients can actually lift it. For local-level perpetual trophies, the gold-leaf gilding technique on silver-plated base metal achieves the same 'gold trophy' read at a fraction of the cost. RS Trophy hand-gilds in small batches for special commissions.