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

A2014.63.105.1.103

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Manufactured by

Dieges & Clust, American, founded 1898

Issued by

Union High School, American

Received by

Peacock, James Jr., American, born 1908

Subject of

Doll, Frederick A., American, 1873 - 1934

Union High School, American

Medium

sterling silver and metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 1/2 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (6.3 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 1/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (2.8 × 3.4 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 1/4 × 1 1/8 × 1/16 in. (3.1 × 2.8 × 0.2 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

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

Date

1926

Description

Union High School, Frederick A. Doll Award awarded to James Peacock in 1926. The medal consists of a gold toned bar pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a silver medal. The pin has “C” clasp closure on the back and a bar that hold the ribbon. The ribbon is crimped to the front of the bar at each corner. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is an octagonal, silver 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 an athlete in profile, crouching in a four point start position, and facing the left edge of the medal. A laurel wreath frames the runner. A scroll and a shield below the runner has engraved text that reads [ATHLETICS] and [1926]. The center of the reverse of the medal is inscribed [FREDERICK A. DOLL / AWARD / · U · H · S · / JAMES PEACOCK]. 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

A2014.63.105.1.109

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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

A2014.63.105.1.19

Restrictions & Rights

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Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

Princeton University, American, founded 1746

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

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

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 11/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (6.9 × 3.6 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.6 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 1/8 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (2.8 × 3.5 × 0.7 cm)

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

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

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

Date

1933

Description

Annual Princeton University Interscholastics gold medal for the 220 Yard event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1933. The medal consists of a gold toned bar pin holding an 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 on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a gold 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 and gold 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. The reverse of the medal is stamped with text that reads, [1ST / 1933 / CLASS B] and engraved in the center, is text that reads [220 YD]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Murchison, an undistinguishable symbol with the text [G.F.] to the right and [MURCHISON / NEWARK] stamped below.

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

A2014.63.105.1.20

Restrictions & Rights

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Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

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 11/16 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (6.9 × 3.6 × 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 3/16 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (3 × 3.6 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 3/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.5 × 3.3 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

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

Date

1933

Description

Annual Princeton University Interscholastics silver medal for the Running High Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1933. The medal consists of a gold toned bar pin holding an 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 on the sides. 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 stamped with text that reads, [2nd / 1933 / CLASS B] and engraved in the center, is text that reads [RUN H J·]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Murchison that reads [STERLING / MURCHISON / NEWARK].

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

A2014.63.105.1.21

Restrictions & Rights

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Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

Princeton University, American, founded 1746

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

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

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 5/8 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (6.7 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 5/16 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.5 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 1/8 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (2.9 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)

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

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

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

Date

1933

Description

Annual Princeton University Interscholastics gold toned medal for the Javelin event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1933. The medal consists of a gold toned bar pin holding an 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 on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a gold 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 and gold 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 leaf wreath along the edge of the medal. On the reverse of the medal is stamped with text that reads, [3rd / 1933 / CLASS B] and engraved in the center, is text that reads [JAVELIN]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark for Murchison that reads [MURCHISON / NEWARK].

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

A2014.63.105.1.22

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Manufactured by

Balfour, American, founded 1913

Issued by

Atlantic City High School, American, founded 1895

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 15/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (7.5 × 3.6 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (1.2 × 3.6 × 0.6 cm)

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

H x W x D (medal): 1 7/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.7 × 3.4 × 0.2 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

May 27, 1933

Description

Atlantic City High School Relay Carnival first place medal for the Varsity 220 Yard Dash event awarded to Eulace Peacock on May 27, 1933. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a blue and white 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 looped over the bar and held in place with thread at the bottom corners of the pin and gathered on a jump ring at the bottom. The medal is clover-shaped, gold colored, and has a round bezel attached to the jump ring. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of two (2) male athletes in full length. Both athletes are depicted mid-run with the athlete on the left handing a baton to the athlete on the right. Printed in relief around the central figures is the text, [ATLANTIC CITY · H · S · RELAY CARNIVAL]. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [VARSITY / 220 YARD DASH / MAY 27, 1933 / 1ST PLACE]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [BALFOUR].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Youth

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.24

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Manufactured by

Balfour, American, founded 1913

Issued by

Atlantic City High School, American, founded 1895

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (7.6 × 3.7 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (1.3 × 3.7 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 7/16 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (3.6 × 3.5 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 9/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.9 × 3.4 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

May 27, 1933

Description

Atlantic City High School Relay Carnival first place medal for the Varsity 100 Yard Dash event awarded to Eulace Peacock on May 27, 1933. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a blue and white 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 looped over the bar and held in place with thread at the bottom corners of the pin and gathered on a jump ring at the bottom. The medal is clover-shaped, gold colored, and has a round bezel attached to the jump ring. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of two (2) male athletes in full length. Both athletes are depicted mid-run with the athlete on the left handing a baton to the athlete on the right. Printed in relief around the central figures is the text, [ATLANTIC CITY · H · S · RELAY CARNIVAL]. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [VARSITY / 100 YARD DASH / MAY 27, 1933 / 1ST PLACE]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [BALFOUR].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Youth

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.25

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Manufactured by

Balfour, American, founded 1913

Issued by

Atlantic City High School, American, founded 1895

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 13/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (7.2 × 3.6 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/2 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (1.3 × 3.6 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 7/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3.6 × 3.4 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 7/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/16 in. (3.7 × 3.3 × 0.2 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

May 27, 1933

Description

Atlantic City High School Relay Carnival first place medal for the Varsity Running Broad Jump event awarded to Eulace Peacock on May 27, 1933. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a blue and white 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 looped over the bar and held in place with thread at the bottom corners of the pin and gathered on a jump ring at the bottom. The medal is clover-shaped, gold colored, and has a round bezel attached to the jump ring. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of two (2) male athletes in full length. Both athletes are depicted mid-run with the athlete on the left handing a baton to the athlete on the right. Printed in relief around the central figures is the text, [ATLANTIC CITY · H · S · RELAY CARNIVAL]. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [VARSITY / RUNNING / BROAD JUMP / MAY 27, 1933 / 1ST PLACE]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [BALFOUR].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Youth

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.26

Restrictions & Rights

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Manufactured by

Balfour, American, founded 1913

Issued by

Atlantic City High School, American, founded 1895

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 1/16 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (7.7 × 3.6 × 0.6 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 3/8 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3.5 × 3.3 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 1/2 × 1 5/16 × 1/8 in. (3.7 × 3.3 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1934

Description

Atlantic City High School Relay Carnival gold medal for the College Freshmen One Mile Relay event awarded to Eulace Peacock in 1934. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a blue and white 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 looped over the bar and held in place with thread at the bottom corners of the pin and gathered on a jump ring at the bottom. The medal is clover-shaped, gold colored, and has a round bezel attached to the jump ring. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of two (2) male athletes in full length. Both athletes are depicted mid-run with the athlete on the left handing a baton to the athlete on the right. Printed in relief around the central figures is the text, [ATLANTIC CITY · H · S · RELAY CARNIVAL]. On the reverse of the medal, engraved in the center, is text that reads [COLLEGE FRESHMEN / ONE MILE RELAY / 1934]. Along the bottom edge is a stamped maker’s mark that reads, [BALFOUR].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Youth

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.27

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Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold and metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 1/16 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (7.8 × 3.8 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.6 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 3/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (3 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4.1 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1933

Description

New Jersey Association Championship first place medal awarded for the Running Broad Jump event to Eulace Peacock in 1933. 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 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 a round, gold colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1ST / 1933] and engraved text below that reads, [RUN B.J.]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped makers mark that reads [1/10 G.F. / MURCHISON / NEWARK].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Children

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.49

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold on sterling silver with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (7.6 × 3.8 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.6 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 1/4 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (3.2 × 3.5 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4.1 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1934

Description

New Jersey Association Championship first place medal awarded for the 100 Meter event to Eulace Peacock in 1934. 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 holds 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 held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1ST / 1934] and engraved text below that reads, [100 M]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [G.P. / STERLING / MURCHISON / NEWARK].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.50

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Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold on sterling silver with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 1/16 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (7.8 × 3.8 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.6 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/16 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (3.3 × 3.5 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 7/16 × 1/8 in. (4.2 × 3.6 × 0.4 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1934

Description

New Jersey Association Championship first place medal awarded for the Running High School Jump event to Eulace Peacock in 1934. 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 holds 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 held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1ST / 1934] and engraved text below that reads, [RUN HS J]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [G.P. / STERLING / MURCHISON / NEWARK].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Education

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.51

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Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold on sterling silver with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 15/16 × 1 9/16 × 1/4 in. (7.4 × 3.9 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 1/4 × 1 7/16 × 1/4 in. (0.7 × 3.6 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 1/16 × 1 3/8 × 1/4 in. (2.7 × 3.5 × 0.7 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4.1 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1934

Description

New Jersey Association Championship first place medal awarded for the Running Broad Jump event to Eulace Peacock in 1934. 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 holds 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 held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath.At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1ST / 1934] and engraved text below that reads, [RUN B J]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [G.P. / STERLING / MURCHISON / NEWARK].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.52

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Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold on sterling silver with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 1/16 × 1 1/2 × 5/16 in. (7.8 × 3.8 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (pin): 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1/4 in. (0.8 × 3.4 × 0.6 cm)

H x W x D (ribbon): 1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 5/16 in. (3.4 × 3.3 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4.1 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1939

Description

New Jersey Association Championship first place medal awarded for the 100 Yard event to Eulace Peacock in 1939. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red and orange ribbon attached to a gold toned 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 round, gold colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1939 / 1ST] and a second stamp below that reads, [100 YD.]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [STERLING / G.P. / MURCHISON / NEWARK].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.53

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Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 × 1 1/2 × 5/16 in. (7.6 × 3.8 × 0.8 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 3/8 × 5/16 in. (3 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4.1 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1939

Description

New Jersey Association Championship third place medal awarded for the 220 Yard event to Eulace Peacock in 1939. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a bronze toned 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 on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, gold colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1939 / 3RD] and a second stamp below that reads, [220 YD.]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [MURCHISON / NEWARK].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.54

Restrictions & Rights

No Known Copyright Restrictions

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold on sterling silver with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 13/16 × 1 1/2 × 5/16 in. (7.2 × 3.8 × 0.8 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 1/16 × 1 3/8 × 5/16 in. (2.7 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4.1 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1940

Description

New Jersey Association Championship first place medal awarded for the 220 Yard event to Eulace Peacock in 1940. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red and orange ribbon attached to a gold toned 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 on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, gold colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1940 / 1ST] and a second stamp below that reads, [220 YD.]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [STERLING / G.P. / MURCHISON / NEWARK].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.55

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Loren Murchison & Company, American

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

gold on sterling silver with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 13/16 × 1 1/2 × 3/16 in. (7.1 × 3.8 × 0.5 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 1/8 × 1 3/8 × 3/16 in. (2.8 × 3.5 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 5/8 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4.2 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place made

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

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1940

Description

New Jersey Association Championship first place medal awarded for the 100 Yard 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 “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 a round, gold colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is a stamp that reads [1940 / 1ST] and a second stamp below that reads, [100 YD.]. Along the bottom edge of the medal is a stamped maker’s mark that reads [STERLING / G.P. / MURCHISON / NEWARK].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.56

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Manufactured by

Unidentified

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 3 1/16 × 1 1/2 × 3/16 in. (7.8 × 3.8 × 0.5 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 1/8 × 1 3/8 × 3/16 in. (2.9 × 3.5 × 0.5 cm)

H x W x D (medal): 1 9/16 × 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (4 × 3.8 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1940

Description

New Jersey Association Championship bronze medal awarded for the 70 Yard event to Eulace Peacock in 1940. The medal consists of a gold toned pin holding a red, white, and blue ribbon attached to a bronze toned 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 on either side. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a round, gold colored medal held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is engraved text that reads [‘40 / 70 YDS.].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.57

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No Known Copyright Restrictions

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Manufactured by

Unidentified

Issued by

New Jersey Association, American

Received by

Peacock, Eulace, American, 1914 - 1996

Medium

metal with silk, dye and thread

Dimensions

H x W x D (overall): 2 3/4 × 1 3/8 × 3/16 in. (7 × 3.5 × 0.5 cm)

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

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

H x W x D (medal): 1 9/16 × 1 3/8 × 1/8 in. (4 × 3.5 × 0.3 cm)

Type

pins (fasteners)

medals

Place used

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1930-1948

Description

New Jersey Association Championship gold medal awarded for the Running Broad Jump event to Eulace Peacock. 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 holds 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 held in place with a jump ring. The obverse of the medal is edged with a concentric circle. A relief, winged Goddess of Victory is centrally depicted. She is depicted in full length wearing a dress that drapes from her shoulders and pools behind her. She is standing with her proper left foot held slightly forward and both arms raised. She holds laurel branches in both hands and her wings are extended behind her. Around the edge of the medal is relief text that reads [NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP], divided by three (3) stars. To the right of the figure is a horseshoe shaped emblem of two entwined letters, [AA], and the relief text [U.S.] below. The reverse of the medal printed in relief around the sides and bottom of the medal is a laurel leaf wreath. At the top is a relief of the official state seal of New Jersey, featuring two female figures standing on either side of a shield decorated with three plows. There is forwarding facing helmet above the shield, and above the helmet is a horse’s head depicted in profile. Below is a banner with three folds. Printed on the folds are the New Jersey state motto, [LIBERTY &], [PROSPERITY], and the date of New Jersey’s statehood, [1776], on the fold below. The female figure on the left is the goddess Liberty. She holds a staff topped with the liberty cap in her proper right hand. The female figure on the right is the goddess Ceres, who holds a cornucopia filled with agricultural products in her proper left hand. In the center is engraved text that reads [RUN B.J.].

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

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

Object number

A2014.63.105.1.58

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