Pin, Promotional
Object number2007.133.21
Date2004
OriginChina
MediumPlastic; Metal
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Association
DescriptionSquare hard black plastic pin, with gloss on front. Blue background, with red Mini Cooper car in the center. Yellow and white text around outside border, wand white text within center above car.Dimensions0.875 x 0.875 in. (2.2 x 2.2 cm)InscriptionsText at top: "PITTSBURGH". Text at bottom: "VINTAGE GRAND PRIX". Text on left side: "MARQUE OF THE YEAR" and on right side: "MINI 2004". In center, "22nd / [image of red car]".
MarksStamp: "[pyramid with halo around top] / PD / China".
Historical NotesCommemorative pin from the 2004 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix. The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, founded in 1983, is held in Schenley Park where racers guide their cars through the winding streets. The event, which tests both driver and machine, attracts racers from around the country who participate in the weeklong celebration that includes car shows and motor sport events. In it’s over 25-year history, the Vintage Grand Prix has raised almost $2 million for charity. Collected to document this exciting Pittsburgh sporting tradition, which celebrated its 25th Anniversary in 2007.
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