Trophy
Object number2010.109.1
Date1967
OriginItaly
Mediummarble; various metals
Credit LineGift of Don Gamble
DescriptionBlue and gold auto racing trophy with marble-like base. Gold car on top of a white circular stone. Gold plate engraved with winner's name. Blue and gold column with image of crossed checkered flags on a circle, with sponsor text. Silver star with multiple points, with blue jewel in center. Base is white marble platform with gold metal plate on front with award information.Dimensions14.625 x 5 x 3 in. (37.1 x 12.7 x 7.6 cm)InscriptionsGold plate engraved, "HERB SCOTT".
Blue and gold column with text, "WYNN'S / FRICTION / PROOFING".
Base has gold metal plate on front, "P.R.A. CHAMPION / 1967".
Marks"MADE IN ITALY" on base.
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
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