Medal, Commemorative
Object number97.110.2
Date1929
MediumMetal; Ribbon
Credit LineGift of John F. Salay
DescriptionCircular medal with scalloped edges attached to red, white, and blue ribbon, with pin at the top. The front shows a diver standing on hands on a diving board, surrounded by the club name. The reverse of the medal has etched the name of the event.Dimensions0.1 x 1.25 x 3 in. (0.3 x 3.2 x 7.6 cm)InscriptionsText on front: "SLOV. GYM.UNION / SOKOL"
On back: "1929 / 2nd / II CENA / PREBOR MUZOV"
Historical NotesAwarded to James Salay, a member and, later, director of the physical training program of Sokol Lodge 63 of Homestead. Awarded for a gymnastic competition by the Slovak Gym. Union.
Previous owner
James Salay
Related institution
Sokol Lodge No. 63
On View
On view
1976
c. 1940