Watch, Pocket
Object number2011.140.1
Date1914
Mediumgold; various other metals; plastic?
Credit LineGift of Doug Grant
DescriptionGold pocket watch. White clock face with numbers 1-12, as well as 10-60 at increments of 10. One clock hand in center. Case bow above crown. Reverse side has engraved award information.Dimensions1.875 x 0.375 x 2.5 in. (4.8 x 1 x 6.4 cm)InscriptionsWhite clock face with numbers 1-12, as well as 10-60 at increments of 10.
Reverse side has engraving: "CITY / OF / PITTSBURGH / JULY 4TH 1914 / PLUNGE / FOR DISTANCE / H.J.GRANT 63 FT."
Historical NotesA gold pocket watch awarded to donor Doug Grant's grandfather, H. J. Grant, for winning the Plunge for Distance in the City of Pittsburgh competition on July 4, 1914. The competition was held at Panther Hollow Lake. This was an annual competition of aquatic sports held by the city. Every winner received a gold watch.
Previous owner
H. J. Grant
Related institution
City of Pittsburgh
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1961
1875-1899
Cincinnati Time Recorder Company
