- Created by
- Hampton University, American, founded 1868
- Owned by
- Dr. Brown, William Neal, American, 1919 - 2009
- Date
- 1938
- Medium
- metal, enamel paint
- Dimensions
- Diameter: 1 1/2 x 1/16 in. (3.8 x 0.2 cm)
- Description
- Round gold metal Hampton Institute Adams Prize Debate medal. Raised banner, blue with gold lettering, across the top. The lettering reads [HAMPTON INSTITUTE]. The medal has a raised design featuring a “genie” style oil lamp, an open book, a shield, banners, and laurel leave. Raised lettering on the banners reads [ADAMS / PRIZE / DEBATE]. There is a circular metal loop at the top of the medal. The back is engraved with the inscription [W. Neal Brown / 1938]. Engraved lettering at the bottom reads [D&C / 1/510K.G.F.]
- Classification
- Awards, Medals, and Insignia
- Type
- medals
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Suzanne Zimmer, Long Time Partner of Dr. William Neal Brown
- Object number
- 2012.127.3
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
- Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.




