Fob, Key
Object number2018.123.7
Date1952
MediumMetal; Paint
Credit LineGift of Alan J. Davidson
DescriptionFlat, circular metal key fob. Front is painted(?) bronze color and has raised twisted border design framing three raised concentric circles containing raised commemorative text and two stars. Hole near 9:00. Reverse is smooth silver metal.DimensionsDiameter x Depth: 1.125 x 0.125 in. (2.9 x 0.3 cm)InscriptionsFront has raised text, from top to bottom "OPEN HOUSE 1952 / USS / [star] UNITED STATES STEEL [star] / 525 WM. PENN PLACE BLDG."
Historical NotesThis U.S. Steel key fob commemorates the opening of 525 William Penn Place, the new headquarters for the company at the time. Donor Alan J. Davidson's grandfather, John Zang, worked in this building from 1964 through 1980 for Mellon Bank. John Zang was from Mount Oliver, Pennsylvania. Part of a collection that belonged to various members of donor Alan J. Davidson’s family who were from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Related institution
United States Steel Corporation
Previous owner
John Zang
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1910-1948
1916-1948
