Newark Auto Pageant Trophy Won by Ford Motor Company, 1915

THF150880 / Newark Auto Pageant Trophy Won by Ford Motor Company, 1915
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Artifact Overview

Civic boosters in the early 20th century planned automobile parades for community celebrations, political rallies, company gatherings, and other events. Decorated automobiles and floats motored down city streets thrilling onlookers. Entrants could receive prizes and trophies in a number of categories. Ford Motor Company received this award for the best illuminated float at the Newark, New Jersey, auto pageant in 1915.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Trophy (Object)

Date Made

1915

Subject Date

10 April 1915

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2004.0.9.33

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Silver (Metal)

Color

Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 8.5 in
Width: 8.25 in

Inscriptions

engraved on obverse: NEWARK AUTO PAGEANT / APR. 10,1915 / WON BY / FORD MOTOR CO. on bottom: FRANK HOLT & CO. / NEWARK, N.J. / 6917
Newark Auto Pageant Trophy Won by Ford Motor Company, 1915