It was designed and manufactured in London by Garrard, the Crown Jewellers and is valued at more than Sterling Pounds 27,000, crafted in silvered gilt.
The 60 centimetre trophy weighs 11 kgs and it features a golden globe held aloft by three silver columns styled as stumps and bails, which represent the three essential aspects of the game - batting, bowling and fielding.
The trophy was designed by Paul Marsden at Garrard. Several craftsmen worked for two months in the work shop to produce the World Cup trophy. The six previous winners have been acknowledged on inscription plates at its base.
A replica identical in every detail other than these multiple plates will be presented to the 1999 World Cup champion and all future winners.
The 1999 Cricket World Cup begins on May 14 and the final is scheduled for May 31.
The curtain raiser of the tournament - England vs Sri Lanka at Lord's will be preceded by a colourful opening ceremony.