Medal, Prize
Object number2011.124.1
Manufacturer
Pittsburgh Emblem Company
Date1932-1933
OriginPittsburgh, PA
Mediumsterling silver; polyester; brass
Credit LineGift of David Yorkston
DescriptionSilver medal attached to black and gold ribbon.Dimensions2.625 x 1.375 in. (6.7 x 3.5 cm)InscriptionsEmbossed on medal: "TIS DEEDS / MUST WIN / THE PRIZE / PITTSBURGH / HIGH SCHOOLS / DEPT. OF / HYGIENE".
Back side of medal: embossed, "JUNIOR / H.S. / ATHLETIC / CHAMPIONSHIPS / 1932-33" / engraved, "HIGH JUMP / 7-8-9TH GRADE".
MarksBack, top, engraved, "STERLING".
Back, bottom, engraved, "PITTSBURGH / EMBLEM CO / PITTSBURGH PA".
Historical NotesPittsburgh High School Department of Hygiene medal, awarded for the high jump. This one is at the Junior High level from 1932-1933. The Department of Hygiene promoted health and wellness in the public school system and was under the Department of Instructions for the Pittsburgh Public Schools. Donor David Yorkston purchased the medals at a yard sale and does not know the previous owner or original recipient.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Public Schools
Related institution
Pittsburgh High School Department of Hygiene
Terms
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2006
2009
