Trophy
Object number2010.109.7
Date1958-1964
Mediumplastic; various metals; marble
Credit LineGift of Don Gamble
DescriptionAuto racing trophy. Gold metal molded car atop white marble base attached to grey marble column, V-shaped. Top platform has three molds of a single wing. Gold metal plate on front, engraved with award information. Four plastic columns, white, with gold metal decorations in center of each column. On a rectangular block in center of base (under platform) is a female with wings outstretched, arms raised, and both hands holding a wreath. Plate attached to back of grey column, engraved with award information.Dimensions38 x 8.875 x 5.5 in. (96.5 x 22.5 x 14 cm)InscriptionsGold metal plate on front, engraved, "1964 PRA CHAMPION DRIVER HERB SCOTT".
Plate attached to back of grey column, engraved, "COCA COLA TROPHY / WASHINGTON SPEEDWAY / HERB SCOTT / 1958".
Historical NotesPart of a collection documenting the career of racer Herb Scott. An outstanding driver in the 1950s and 1960s, Scott secured his 500th career victory at Lernerville Speedway in 1975. Though other drivers have achieved similar success, Scott's was made more impressive due to a unique rule of the Pittsburgh Racing Association. The PRA required the season points leader to start every feature race at the back of the pack. Scott, who won eight season titles in 11 years, rarely had a good starting position.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Racing Association
Previous owner
Herb Scott
Related institution
Coca-Cola Company
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