Algonquin Hill Climb Trophy Won by Frank Kulick Driving a Ford, 1912
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Artifact Overview
Hill climbing contests combine steep grades, hairpin turns, and dangerous drops for some of the most challenging races in motorsport. Early competitions not only tested the driver's skills but showcased the practical performance of the automobile. At the 1912 Algonquin Hill Climb, Frank Kulick -- driving a stripped-down Model T for Ford Motor Company -- broke multiple course records and won several trophies.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trophy (Object)
Date Made
1912
Subject Date
20 June 1912
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2004.0.9.11
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Sterling silver
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 11.75 in
Width: 11 in
Inscriptions
Engraved on obverse: WON BY / 1908 / STERNS / 1909 / CHADWICK / 1910 / A.W. GREINER / 1911 / BENZ /
Obverse base: 1912 / Ford (script)
Reverse: ALGONQUIN TROPHY / CHICAGO MOTOR CLUB'S / ANNUAL HILL CLIMB / PRESENTED NY / THE CITIZENS OF ALGONQUIN. / FASTEST TIME / IN COMPETITION
Bottom: [unidentified hallmark] / STERLING / C1766
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