Trophy
Object number2010.62.5
Manufacturer
T & R Products Inc.
Date1984
OriginNew Castle, PA
MediumPlastic, wood, metal
Credit LineGift of William Watt
DescriptionTiered trophy with red and silver design and triangular wooden base. At top in silver is a winged victory figure holding a torch and surrounded by three eagles. Below on the second tier are three silver columns that surround a medallion. It is encircled with olive branches and depicts two checkered flags that are crossed. Above them is award text. Three silver eagles also on second tier. On bottom tier there are three silver and red columns surrounding a central platform that holds a photograph of a car being driven. A silver wheel surrounded by olive branches decorates the top of the platform. Maker tag on bottom.Dimensions35 x 10 x 17.5 in. (88.9 x 25.4 x 44.5 cm)InscriptionsTrophy text reads " "BLACKIE WATT" / MODIFIED 1ST PLACE / 1984".
MarksTag on bottom reads: "T & R PRODUCTS INC. / 309 W. GRANT ST. / NEW CASTLE, PA 16101 / (412) 658-5621"
Historical NotesWilliam "Blackie" Watt is a legend in local auto racing. From the tracks of Western Pennsylvania to a year spent on the NASCAR circuit, Watt became known for his fast times and the cowboy boots he drove in.
Previous owner
William Oliver Watt
(born 1933)
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