Trophy
Object number2010.62.6
Manufacturer
T & R Products Inc.
Date1982
OriginNew Castle, PA
MediumPlastic, wood, metal
Credit LineGift of William Watt
DescriptionTiered trophy with blue and gold design and triangular wooden base. At top in gold is a winged victory figure holding a torch and is surrounded by three eagles. Below on the second tier are three gold columns that surround a medallion. It is encircled with olive branches and depicts two checkered flags that are crossed. Above them is speedway name. Engraved on gold plaque below is award text. Three gold eagles also on second tier. On bottom tier there are three gold and blue columns surrounding a central platform that holds a photograph of two men and a woman kneeling by a car and trophy. A gold wheel surrounded by olive branches decorates the top of the platform. Maker sticker on bottom.Dimensions36 x 10 x 17.5 in. (91.4 x 25.4 x 44.5 cm)InscriptionsTrophy text reads " LERNERVILLE / SPEEDWAY".
Engraved on gold plaque reads: "MODIFIED / "BLACKIE WATT" / 1ST PLACE 1982".
MarksSticker on bottom reads: "T & R PRODUCTS INC. / 309 W. GRANT ST. / NEW CASTLE, PA 26101 / (412) 658-5621".
Historical NotesWilliam "Blackie" Watt is a legend in local auto racing. From the tracks of Western Pennsylvania to a year spent on the NASCAR circuit, Watt became known for his fast times and the cowboy boots he drove in.
Previous owner
William Oliver Watt
(born 1933)
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