Trophy
Object number2010.109.2
Date1964
Mediumwood; various metals
Credit LineGift of Don Gamble
DescriptionAuto racing trophy. Mold of car on top of a decorative gold metal base attached to gold metal frame. Attached to front of frame is a plate of glass infused with gold glitter; printed on front are two crossed checkered flags above a black diamond. Attached to wooden base; engraved gold plate on base.Dimensions17.125 x 6.875 x 4 in. (43.5 x 17.5 x 10.2 cm)InscriptionsAttached to wooden base is engraved gold plate with text "1964-P.R.A. CHAMPION / HERB SCOTT".
Historical NotesPart of a collection documenting the career of racer Herb Scott. An outstanding driver in the 1950s and 1960s, Scott secured his 500th career victory at Lernerville Speedway in 1975. Though other drivers have achieved similar success, Scott's was made more impressive due to a unique rule of the Pittsburgh Racing Association. The PRA required the season points leader to start every feature race at the back of the pack. Scott, who won eight season titles in 11 years, rarely had a good starting position.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Racing Association
Previous owner
Herb Scott
On View
On view
1963
1962
1967
1956
1958-1964
1960
1963
