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Paperweight

Object number2008.102.1

Datec. 1900

Mediumnickel

Credit LineGift of William S. Huff

DescriptionNickel horseshoe paperweight. Engraved at top center are dates and owner's name. Two cut slits on front sides. Six cut square holes through backside, three on each side.Dimensions4 x 2.75 x 0.375 in. (10.2 x 7 x 1 cm)
InscriptionsEngraved at top center: "1824 / 1904 / G.A.STEINER [*note: letters E through R are smaller in size than G through T]".
Historical NotesHorseshoe paperweight given to the officers and good customers of Shoenberger Steel Company to commemorate the opening of its new horseshoe nail shop. Gottlieb Adam Steiner (1844-1916) was born in Allegheny City, Pennsylvania, in 1844. He was a Private in the 123rd Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers during the Civil War and participated in the Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, and was also at Chancellorsville, though not engaged in battle. After nine months of service, he was honorably discharged and years later became 2nd Vice President of Shoenberger Steel Company; by 1900, he had retired and began personal hobbies--one of which was collected American Indian baskets--until his death in 1916. He is buried in the Homewood Cemetery, Pittsburgh. Donor William S. Huff is Gottlieb Adam Steiner's grandson.

Previous owner Gottlieb Adam Steiner (1844 - 1916)

Related institution 123rd Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers

Related institution Shoenberger Steel Company

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