Medal, Prize
Object number2018.123.8
MediumMetal
Credit LineGift of Alan J. Davidson
DescriptionFlat, square gold-colored metal safety medal with notched corners. Front has raised square at center with raised company abbreviation at center on textured background. Front perimeter has raised achievement text. Top of medal has rectangular tab with long, oblong hole. Reverse is smooth gold-colored metal.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 1.688 x 1.5 x 0.125 in. (4.3 x 3.8 x 0.3 cm)InscriptionsFront has raised text at center "J&L" and around perimeter from top to bottom: "SHOPS & / FOUNDRIES", "500,000" vertical text, "MAN / HOURS" vertical text, and "NO ACCIDENTS".
Historical NotesThis J&L safety medal items was awarded to donor Alan J. Davidson's grandfather, John Zang, from Mount Oliver, PA who worked for the steel company for over 40 years. 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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2023
1997