Medal, Prize
Object number2003.44.12
Date1959
MediumBrass
Credit LineGift of Beatrice Harper
DescriptionBrass championship medal charm with loop and hook at the top to attach to a chain. Design is semi-rectangular in shape, with a crest design at the top, and a circle with a figure of a woman hitting a volleyball over a net below this. Text engraved below design.Dimensions0.8 x 1.6 in. (2 x 4.1 cm)InscriptionsText on front engraved, "CHAMPS 1959".
On back: "CITY / OF / PITTSBURGH / DEPT. OF PARKS / AND / RECREATION".
Historical NotesObject belonged to Mildred Martin Allen, who helped to develop the Tri-Boro Softball League and served as its commissioner during much of its existence from 1960-1976. She also played and coached the Satellites softball team (1960-1976). Donated by Mildred Allen's daughter, Beatrice M. Harper.
Previous owner
Mildred Martin Allen
(1924 - 2003)
Related institution
Tri-Boro Softball League
(1960 - 1975)
Related institution
Satellites
Related institution
City of Pittsburgh Department of Parks and Recreation
On View
On view
1930-1939
1972
