Algonquin Hill Climb Trophy Won by Frank Kulick Driving a Ford, 1910

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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 1910 Algonquin Hill Climb, a Ford bested other cars in its class -- vehicles priced from 801 to 1200 dollars -- to win this trophy.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Trophy (Object)

Date Made

1910

Subject Date

1910

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2004.0.9.45

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Silver (Metal)

Color

Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height : 10 in
Width: 11.5 in

Inscriptions

Engraved on obverse: 1910 / ALGONQUIN HILL CLIMB / EVENT NO 1 PART 2 / DIV 2 A / WON BY FORD Engraved on reverse: PRESENTED BY / CHICAGO MOTOR CLUB Bottom: BARBOUR SILVER CO. / SILVER / QUADRUPLE / 2140
Algonquin Hill Climb Trophy Won by Frank Kulick Driving a Ford, 1910