Manufactured by

Bradshaw, American

Issued by

Union County, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 5/8 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (6.6 × 3.5 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.5 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 3/16 × 1 1/4 × 3/16 in. (3 × 3.2 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 7/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.7 × 3.3 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Union County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1935

Description

Union County Meet medal awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1935. The medal consists of a gold toned bar pin holding a red and white striped ribbon. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that holds the ribbon. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is an octagonal, gold colored medal held in place with two (2) jump rings. In a circular frame in the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of three (3) male athletes depicted in profile. All three athletes are nude and a facing the left side of the medal. They are standing on their proper left legs, with their proper right legs held horizontally to the ground behind them. Their proper right arms are extended in front of them and they hold their proper left arms their sides. The background surface of the metal is leather textured. The center of the reverse of the medal is inscribed ['35 / UNION COUNTY / MEET / SPRINT SERIES]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [BRADSHAW / NEWARK / N.J.].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.103

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Manufactured by

Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898

Issued by

Union County, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

bronze

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 1 9/16 × 7/8 × 1/4 in. (4 × 2.2 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 7/16 × 7/8 × 1/8 in. (3.6 × 2.2 × 0.3 cm)

Type

medals

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Union County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1926

Description

Union County Meet medal awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1926. The medal is bronze colored, rectangular, and has a round bezel with a jump ring. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of the Winged Victory of Samothrace statue on a rectangular plinth. Below the proper left wing of the headless statue is relief text that reads [UNION / COUNTY / MEET / 1926]. Next to the proper right leg of the statue is a laurel branch. On the reverse of the medal is a relief depiction of a laurel branch and an inscription that reads, [75 YD. / DASH / GS / Class B / Boys]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Dieges & Clust, an eagle’s head in profile above three spearhead shaped banners with the text [D], [&], and [C] stamped inside each banner. Below is the text, [DIEGES & CLUST].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Children

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.104

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

sterling silver

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 1 9/16 × 7/8 × 1/4 in. (4 × 2.3 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 7/16 × 7/8 × 1/8 in. (3.6 × 2.3 × 0.3 cm)

Type

medals

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Union County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1927

Description

Union County Meet medal awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1927. The medal is silver colored, rectangular, and has a round bezel with a jump ring. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of the Winged Victory of Samothrace statue on a rectangular plinth. Below the proper left wing of the headless statue is relief text that reads [UNION / COUNTY / MEET / 1927]. Next to the proper right leg of the statue is a laurel branch. On the reverse of the medal is a relief depiction of a laurel branch and an inscription that reads, [G-S / Class B / Boys / 75 YD. DASH]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Dieges & Clust, an eagle’s head in profile above three spearhead shaped banners with the text [D], [&], and [C] stamped inside each banner. Below is the text, [STERLING / DIEGES & CLUST].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Children

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.105

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Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Dodge & Ascher, American, founded 1927

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold alloy and enamel

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 1 9/16 × 1 5/16 × 3/16 in. (3.9 × 3.4 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 3/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.5 × 3.4 × 0.3 cm)

Type

medals

Place made

Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Union County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1929

Description

Union County Meet first place medal for the Running Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1929. The medal is gold colored and clover shaped. The obverse of the medal has a relief circular frame outlined with two (2) enameled black bands. In the center is a relief bust depiction of the Greek god, Hermes, depicted profile, facing the left side of the medal. Hermes is wearing a winged helmet and a relief sunburst pattern surrounds him. Printed in relief around the edges of the medal is the text, [UNION / COUNTY / MEET] at the top and [1929] on the bottom. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads [1st / G-S-A / R-B-J]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [DODGE & ASCHER / CHICAGO / G.F.D.S.].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Children

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.106

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 1 9/16 × 1 5/16 × 3/16 in. (3.9 × 3.4 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 3/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.5 × 3.4 × 0.3 cm)

Type

medals

Place made

Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Union County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

ca. 1930

Description

Union County Meet Track and Field medal for the discus event awarded to Eulace Peacock. The medal is bronze colored and clover shaped. The obverse of the medal has a relief circular frame outlined with three (3) bands. In the center is relief bust depiction of the Greek god, Hermes, depicted profile, facing the left side of the medal. Hermes is wearing a winged helmet and a relief sunburst pattern surrounds him. Printed in relief around the edges of the medal is the text, [UNION / COUNTY] at the top and [TRACK & FIELD MEET] at the bottom. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads [H.S.A. / DISCUS]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [MURCHISON / NEWARK NJ].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.107

Restrictions & Rights

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Bradshaw, American

Issued by

Amateur Athletic Union New Jersey District, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal

Dimensions

H x W x D: 1 1/4 × 1 × 3/16 in. (3.1 × 2.5 × 0.4 cm)

Type

medals

Place made

Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Essex County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1939

Description

Amateur Athletic Union New Jersey (AAU NJ) gold medal for the 60 yard event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1939. The medal is pentagonal, gold colored, and has a bezel. The top edge is rounded. The obverse of the medal is edged on each side with four (4) relief lines that frame the central figure. In the center of the medal is a relief depiction of the Greek god Hermes in profile, facing the left edge of the medal. Hermes is depicted from the neck up and is wearing a winged hat. Printed in relief around the central figure is the text [A.A.U], [N. / J.], and [ATHLETIC / DEVELOPMENT]. On the reverse of the medal, stamped at the top and in the center, is text that reads [1939 / 60 YD]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [BRADSHAW / NEWARK / N.J.].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.11

Restrictions & Rights

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Designed by

McKenzie, Robert Tait, Canadian, 1867 - 1938

Manufactured by

Medallic Art Company, Ltd., American, founded 1903

Issued by

University of Pennsylvania, American, founded 1740

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Subject of

Franklin, Benjamin, American, 1706 - 1790

Medium

sterling silver on metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 7/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (7.2 × 3.8 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.5 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 1/4 × 1 1/4 × 3/16 in. (3.2 × 3.2 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 3/16 in. (4.2 × 3.8 × 0.5 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America

Date

1931

Description

University of Pennsylvania Relay Carnival silver medal for the Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1931. The medal consists of a silver toned bar pin holding a red and blue striped ribbon. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that holds the ribbon. The ribbon is looped over the bar and stitched into place with thread. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal held in place with a jump ring threaded through the bezel at the top of the medal. On the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction Benjamin Franklin in profile, seated in his library chair on a dais, facing a line of four (4) nude, male runners. Franklin is wearing an 18th century frock coat and cravat. He is depicted in profile shaking the first runner’s hand with his proper right hand and holding a laurel branch in his proper left hand. The runners are all depicted in profile facing Franklin. The runner at the front of the line is depicted with his proper left foot resting on the dais and his proper left hand resting on his thigh. The runner’s proper right hand is extended and shaking Benjamin Franklin’s hand. The second runner is leaning against the first runner’s back and has his proper left hand resting on the shoulder of the first runner. The third runner is depicted with his arms crossed over his chest and his proper left foot held slightly forward. The fourth runner is depicted with his proper left foot held slightly forward. He is holding a baton in his proper right hand behind his back. Relief text at the top of the medal reads [RELAY CARNIVAL / FOUNDED 1895]. Relief text at the bottom of the medal reads [UNIVERSITY / OF PENNSYLVANIA]. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads, [Broad Jump / 1931]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [MEDALLIO / ART CO. / NEW YORK / SILVER].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Children

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.110

Restrictions & Rights

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Designed by

McKenzie, Robert Tait, Canadian, 1867 - 1938

Manufactured by

Medallic Art Company, Ltd., American, founded 1903

Issued by

University of Pennsylvania, American, founded 1740

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Subject of

Franklin, Benjamin, American, 1706 - 1790

Medium

sterling silver on metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 1/8 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (7.9 × 3.7 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.5 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3.3 × 3.3 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 3/16 in. (4.2 × 3.7 × 0.5 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America

Date

1931

Description

University of Pennsylvania Relay Carnival silver medal for the Mile Relay event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1931. The medal consists of a silver toned bar pin holding a red and blue striped ribbon. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that holds the ribbon. The ribbon is looped over the bar and stitched into place with thread. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal held in place with a jump ring threaded through the bezel at the top of the medal. On the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction Benjamin Franklin in profile, seated in his library chair on a dais, facing a line of four (4) nude, male runners. Franklin is wearing an 18th century frock coat and cravat. He is depicted in profile shaking the first runner’s hand with his proper right hand and holding a laurel branch in his proper left hand. The runners are all depicted in profile facing Franklin. The runner at the front of the line is depicted with his proper left foot resting on the dais and his proper left hand resting on his thigh. The runner’s proper right hand is extended and shaking Benjamin Franklin’s hand. The second runner is leaning against the first runner’s back and has his proper left hand resting on the shoulder of the first runner. The third runner is depicted with his arms crossed over his chest and his proper left foot held slightly forward. The fourth runner is depicted with his proper left foot held slightly forward. He is holding a baton in his proper right hand behind his back. Relief text at the top of the medal reads [RELAY CARNIVAL / FOUNDED 1895]. Relief text at the bottom of the medal reads [UNIVERSITY / OF PENNSYLVANIA]. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads, [HIGH SCHOOL / MILE RELAY / 1931]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [MEDALLIO / ART CO. / NEW YORK / SILVER].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Children

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.111

Restrictions & Rights

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Designed by

McKenzie, Robert Tait, Canadian, 1867 - 1938

Manufactured by

Medallic Art Company, Ltd., American, founded 1903

Issued by

University of Pennsylvania, American, founded 1740

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Subject of

Franklin, Benjamin, American, 1706 - 1790

Medium

sterling silver and metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 3/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (8.5 × 3.8 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.5 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/8 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (4.1 × 3.5 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 7/16 × 1/16 in. (4.1 × 3.7 × 0.2 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America

Date

1935

Description

University of Pennsylvania Relay Carnival silver medal for the Running Hop, Step and Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1935. The medal consists of a silver toned bar pin holding a red and blue striped ribbon. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that holds the ribbon. The ribbon is looped over the bar and stitched into place with thread. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal held in place with two (2) jump rings threaded through the bezel at the top of the medal and the bottom of the ribbon. On the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction Benjamin Franklin in profile, seated in his library chair on a dais, facing a line of four (4) nude, male runners. Franklin is wearing an 18th century frock coat and cravat. He is depicted in profile shaking the first runner’s hand with his proper right hand and holding a laurel branch in his proper left hand. The runners are all depicted in profile facing Franklin. The runner at the front of the line is depicted with his proper left foot resting on the dais and his proper left hand resting on his thigh. The runner’s proper right hand is extended and shaking Benjamin Franklin’s hand. The second runner is leaning against the first runner’s back and has his proper left hand resting on the shoulder of the first runner. The third runner is depicted with his arms crossed over his chest and his proper left foot held slightly forward. The fourth runner is depicted with his proper left foot held slightly forward. He is holding a baton in his proper right hand behind his back. Relief text at the top of the medal reads [RELAY CARNIVAL / FOUNDED 1895]. Relief text at the bottom of the medal reads [UNIVERSITY / OF PENNSYLVANIA]. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads, [RUNNING / HOP, STEP AND JUMP / 1935]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [MEDALLIO / ART CO. / NEW YORK / SILVER].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.113

Restrictions & Rights

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Unidentified

Issued by

National Collegiate Athletic Association, American and Canadian, founded 1906

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Subject of

University of California, Berkeley, American, founded 1868

Edwards Stadium, American, founded 1932

Medium

metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 11/16 × 1 5/8 × 1/4 in. (6.9 × 4.1 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 9/16 × 1/4 in. (0.6 × 3.9 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/16 × 1 9/16 × 1/4 in. (3.4 × 3.9 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 1/16 in. (3.8 × 3.7 × 0.2 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place used

Berkeley, Alameda County, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

1935

Description

National Collegiate Athletic Association second place medal for the 100 Yard Dash event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1935. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a gold medal. The pin has a “c” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbon. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, gold colored medal with wavy edges, held in place with two (2) jump rings. On the obverse of the medal is relief depiction of a nude male athlete, depicted in three quarters profile, facing the right edge of the medal. His proper left arm is extended in front of him and he is holding a laurel branch. His proper right arm is held at his side. Next to him, also depicted in profile, is a bald eagle perched on a column decorated with the United States flag’s stars and stripes. The eagle’s wings are extended. Relief text printed on the left side of the medal reads [U.S.] and relief text on the right reads [NATIONAL / COLLEGIATE / ATHLETIC / ASSOCIATION]. The edges of the medal are decorated with scroll and floral embellishments. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads [2nd Place / 100 yd. Dash]. Below is relief text that reads [HELD AT / EDWARDS FIELD / UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA / BEREKLEY / 1935]. Below the text is a relief depiction of a laurel wreath tied together with a bow. Above the wreath’s center knot is the relief maker’s mark, [J&W. S.F.].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.115

Restrictions & Rights

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Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Unidentified

Issued by

National Collegiate Athletic Association, American and Canadian, founded 1906

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

sterling silver on metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall (medal and ribbon)): 3 5/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (8.4 × 3.7 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (0.3 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 9/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3.9 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 1/16 in. (3.8 × 3.7 × 0.2 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place used

Berkeley, Alameda County, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

1937

Description

National Collegiate Athletic Association fifth place medal for the Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1937. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a silver colored medal. The pin has a “c” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbon. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal with wavy edges, held in place with two (2) jump rings. On the obverse of the medal is relief depiction of a nude male athlete, depicted in three quarters profile, facing the right edge of the medal. His proper left arm is extended in front of him and he is holding a laurel branch. His proper right arm is held at his side. Next to him, also depicted in profile, is a bald eagle perched on a column decorated with the United States flag’s stars and stripes. The eagle’s wings are extended. Relief text printed on the left side of the medal reads [U.S.] and relief text on the right reads [NATIONAL / COLLEGIATE / ATHLETIC / ASSOCIATION]. The edges of the medal are decorated with scroll and floral embellishments. On the reverse of the medal, at the top center, is engraved text that reads [THIRD PLACE / BROAD JUMP]. Below is relief text that reads [HELD AT / EDWARDS FIELD / UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA / BEREKLEY / 1937]. Below the text is a relief depiction of a laurel wreath tied together with a bow. Above the wreath’s center knot is the relief mark, [J&W. S.F.].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.117

Restrictions & Rights

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Balfour, American, founded 1913

Issued by

West Virginia University, American, founded 1867

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 3/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (8.2 × 3.7 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 3/16 in. (1.2 × 3.6 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 7/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3.7 × 3.4 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 9/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/8 in. (4 × 3.7 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

Attleboro, Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America

Place used

West Virginia, United States, North and Central America

Date

1935

Description

West Virginia Indoor Games first place medal for the Running Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1935. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a yellow and blue striped ribbon. The pin has a “c” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbon. The ribbon is looped through the bars and held in place with thread at the bottom corners of the pin. The medal is octagonal, gold colored, and has a round bezel attached to two (2) jump rings. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of a tablet with an athlete in mid-jump. The athlete is depicted in full length facing the left edge of the medal. His proper right arm is extended in front of him and his proper left arm is behind him. His torso is bent and his legs are extended in front of him. A sunburst patterns surrounds the tablet. The medal has an outer band decorated with a floral pattern. At each vertex of the octagon is a fleur-de-lis embellishment. At the bottom of the medal is relief text that reads, [WEST VIRGINIA / INDOOR GAMES / 1935]. The back of the pin is stamped [PAT / BALFOUR / APLD FOR]. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [COLLEGE AND / UNIVERSITY / DIVISION / RUNNING / BROAD JUMP / FIRST]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [BALFOUR].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.118

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Balfour, American, founded 1913

Issued by

Massachusetts State Council Knights of Columbus, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Subject of

Prout, William C., American, 1886 - 1927

Medium

metal with silk (textile), dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 5/8 × 1 7/16 × 3/16 in. (6.7 × 3.6 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 3/16 in. (1.3 × 3.6 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/16 × 1 3/8 × 3/16 in. (3.3 × 3.5 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 1/4 × 7/8 × 1/8 in. (3.2 × 2.2 × 0.2 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

Attleboro, Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America

Date

1939

Description

Massachusetts State Council Knights of Columbus, William C. Prout Memorial Games gold medal awarded for the 50 Yard Dash event to Eulace Peacock in 1939. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a gold toned medal. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbons. The ribbons are crimped to the front of the bar at each corner. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a rectangular medal held in place with two (2) jump rings. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of a male runner in mid-run. He is facing the viewer and is wearing a short sleeve shirt and shorts. He is running on a track in a stadium. At the runner’s feet are an Olympic torch and a palm frond. The runner is framed on either side with Ionic columns. The column capital on the right is draped with cloth. The top and bottom of the medal has relief text that reads [WILLIAM C. PROUT] and [MEMORIAL GAMES]. And between the column and the runner on the left is vertical text that reads [K / OF / C / · / M / A / S / S]. The back of the medal has engraved text at the top center the reads, [50 YDS DASH / 1939]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [BALFOUR].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Fraternal organizations

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.120

Restrictions & Rights

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Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Balfour, American, founded 1913

Issued by

Massachusetts State Council Knights of Columbus, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Subject of

Prout, William C., American, 1886 - 1927

Medium

gold and metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 5/8 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (6.7 × 3.5 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 5/16 × 3/16 in. (0.7 × 3.3 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 3/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3.5 × 3.3 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 1/4 × 7/8 × 1/16 in. (3.2 × 2.2 × 0.2 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

Attleboro, Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America

Date

1940

Description

Massachusetts State Council Knights of Columbus, William C. Prout Memorial Games gold medal awarded for the 50 Yard Dash event to Eulace Peacock in 1940. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a gold toned medal. The pin has a safety pin closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbons. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a rectangular medal held in place with two (2) jump rings. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of a male runner in mid-run. He is facing the viewer and is wearing a short sleeve shirt and shorts. He is running on a track in a stadium. At the runner’s feet are an Olympic torch and a palm frond. The runner is framed on either side with Ionic columns. The column capital on the right is draped with cloth. The top and bottom of the medal has relief text that reads [WILLIAM C. PROUT] and [MEMORIAL GAMES]. And between the column and the runner on the left is vertical text that reads [K / OF / C / · / M / A / S / S]. The back of the medal has engraved text at the top center the reads, [50 YDS DASH / 1940]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [BALFOUR].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Fraternal organizations

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.121

Restrictions & Rights

No Known Copyright Restrictions

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Manufactured by

Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898

Issued by

1939 New York World's Fair, 1939 - 1940

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold and metal with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 9/16 × 1 5/16 × 3/16 in. (6.5 × 3.4 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 7/16 in. (0.8 × 3.4 × 1.1 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 7/16 × 1 3/8 × 3/16 in. (3.7 × 3.5 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.3 × 3.3 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Place used

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Date

1939

Description

World’s Fair medal for the 100 Yards Dash event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1939. The medal consists of a gold colored bar pin holding an orange and blue ribbon attached to a medal. The gold tone pin is rectangular shaped with a “C” clasp closure on the back. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar at each corner. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a clover-shaped, gold colored medal held in place with two (2) jump rings. The obverse of the medal has a circular frame with relief text that reads [N.Y. JOURNAL AMERICAN] at the top and [WORLD’S FAIR GAMES 1939] at the bottom, with five pointed stars between the top and bottom text. Inside the frame is a relief depiction of an athlete depicted in a runner’s starting position on a track. He is crouched down with his hands on the ground in front of him, his proper left knee bent and placed between his elbows. His body faces the left edge of the medal. Surrounding the runner is l relief wreath. The background of the medal is textured. The reverse of the medal has engraved text that reads [100 YDS. DASH] with engraved flourishes above and below the lines of text. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Dieges & Clust and hallmark that reads [D&C / 1/10 10K.G.F.].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.122

Restrictions & Rights

No Known Copyright Restrictions

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Classification

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Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Unidentified

Issued by

Howard High School of Technology, American, founded 1928

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Subject of

Temple University, American, founded 1884

Medium

metallic paint on wood with varnish and iron

Dimensions

H x W x D: 1 3/16 × 8 13/16 × 8 3/4 in. (3 × 22.4 × 22.3 cm)

Type

plaques

Place used

Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware, United States, North and Central America

Date

November 13, 1935

Description

A plaque presented to Eulace Peacock on November 13, 1935 by Howard High School. The wooden plaque is round with a beveled edge and two (2), interior, concentric, beveled rings painted with gold metallic paint. At the center of the plaque is hand painted gold text that reads [Presented / to / EULACE PEACOCK / of / Temple University / Nov. 13th · ‘35] and additional gold text around the edges of the plaque that reads [HOWARD HIGH SCHOOL] at the top and [8A2 CLASS] at the bottom. The back of the plaque is covered with a green paper backing and two (2) metal mounting brackets on either side of the plaque.

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.123

Restrictions & Rights

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Manufactured by

Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898

Issued by

American Italian Universities New York, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

silver and metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 15/16 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (7.4 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 5/16 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (0.8 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 2 3/4 × 1 5/16 × 1/16 in. (7 × 3.4 × 0.2 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 7/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.6 × 3.3 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Place used

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Date

1934

Description

American Italian Universities New York silver medal for the 200 Meters Run event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1934. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon and a green, white, and red ribbon attached to a silver medal. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbons. The ribbons are crimped to the front of the bar at each corner. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. In the center of the medal is a relief depiction of two (2) men in boxing shorts, standing side-by-side with a shield in the center between them. The men grip a torch centered above the shield with one hand. With their opposite hands, the men each hold a laurel wreath by their sides. Rays of light extend from the lit torch. The shield is split down the middle with the American flag depicted on the left, and the Kingdom of Italy flag, with the arms of Savoy and crown, depicted on the right. Below each wreath is a banner with relief text. The banner on the left reads, [AMERICAN], and the banner on the right reads, [ITALIAN]. The men are standing on a rectangular platform with relief text that reads, [UNIVERSITIES]. Below is additional text printed in relief that reads, [NEW YORK / 1934], above two decorative laurel sprigs. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [200 METERS RUN / 1934]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Dieges & Clust, an eagle’s head in profile above three spearhead shaped banners with the text [D], [&], and [C] stamped inside each banner. Below is the text, [STERLING / DIEGES & CLUST].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.13

Restrictions & Rights

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898

Issued by

American Italian Universities New York, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

silver and metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 9/16 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (6.5 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 5/16 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (0.8 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 2 3/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/16 in. (5.5 × 3.4 × 0.2 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 7/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.6 × 3.3 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Place used

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Date

1934

Description

American Italian Universities New York silver medal for the Run Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1934. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon and a green, white, and red ribbon attached to a silver medal. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbons. The ribbons are crimped to the front of the bar at each corner. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, silver colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. In the center of the medal is a relief depiction of two (2) men in boxing shorts, standing side-by-side with a shield in the center between them. The men grip a torch centered above the shield with one hand. With their opposite hands, the men each hold a laurel wreath by their sides. Rays of light extend from the lit torch. The shield is split down the middle with the American flag depicted on the left, and the Kingdom of Italy flag, with the arms of Savoy and crown, depicted on the right. Below each wreath is a banner with relief text. The banner on the left reads, [AMERICAN], and the banner on the right reads, [ITALIAN]. The men are standing on a rectangular platform with relief text that reads, [UNIVERSITIES]. Below is additional text printed in relief that reads, [NEW YORK / 1934], above two decorative laurel sprigs. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [RUN BROAD JUMP / 1934]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Dieges & Clust, an eagle’s head in profile above three spearhead shaped banners with the text [D], [&], and [C] stamped inside each banner. Below is the text, [STERLING / DIEGES & CLUST].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.14

Restrictions & Rights

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Manufactured by

Unidentified

Issued by

Ancient Order of Hibernians, Irish American, founded 1836

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold and metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 1/8 × 1 1/4 × 3/16 in. (7.9 × 3.1 × 0.4 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/8 × 1 1/4 × 3/16 in. (4.1 × 3.1 × 0.4 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/16 × 3/16 in. (4.2 × 2.7 × 0.4 cm)

Type

medals

Place used

United States, North and Central America

Date

1930-1948

Description

Ancient Order of Hibernians gold medal for the Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock. The medal consists of an orange, white, and green ribbon attached to a gold medal. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a gold colored, rectangular medal with a curved top held in place with a jump ring. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of an athlete depicted in mid-jump with both of his legs are extended in front of him. His proper right hand is extended upwards in front of him, and his proper left arm is behind him and bent at the elbow. In the background is a relief depiction of hills, foliage, and a long jump pit. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [A.O.H]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped gold mark that reads, [XX / GOLD].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.16

Restrictions & Rights

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Manufactured by

Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898

Issued by

Princeton University, American, founded 1746

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

enamel on sterling silver with silk (textile) , dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 7/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (7.3 × 3.3 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 5/16 × 5/16 in. (0.7 × 3.4 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 9/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3.9 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.4 × 3.4 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place used

Princeton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Place made

New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America

Date

1932

Description

Annual Princeton University Interscholastics silver medal for the 100 Yard Run event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1932. The medal consists of a gold toned bar pin holding as orange and black striped ribbon attached to a medal. The pin has a “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that holds the ribbon. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar at each corner. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a silver colored medal held in place with two (2) jump rings. The medal is clover-shaped and has a round jump ring threaded through the top that is attached to the jump ring hanging from the bottom of the ribbon. In the center of the obverse of the medal is an enameled black and orange relief depiction of the Princeton shield. The top third of the shield is black with a silver toned, open book. The bottom of the shield is orange with a black chevron. Printed in relief around the shield is the text, [ANNUAL PRINCETON UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTICS ·] and a laurel wreath along the edge of the medal. On the reverse of the medal is relief text in a banner that reads, [100 YDS. RUN] and [1932] below. Engraved in the center, is text that reads [HIGHSCHOOLS]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Dieges & Clust, an eagle’s head in profile above three spearhead shaped banners with the text [D], [&], and [C] stamped inside each banner. Below is the text, [STERLING / DIEGES & CLUST].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Children

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Object number

2014.63.105.1.19

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