Artefacts

US Congress Diploma awarded to Abel KIVIAT (USA).

Physical description

Framed diploma with the coat of arms of the United Sates of America's Congress. Caption: "Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition presented to Abel Kiviat for winning the silver medal in the 1500 meter run at the 1912 Olympics; for holding the 1500 meter world record (1912-1930); for his lifelong committment to physical fitness and good health; for being selected to be a Torch bearer for the 1992 Olympics at age 100; and for proving that keeping fit keeps one young". Signed by a congressman at May the 2nd, 1990.

Materials

paper

Colors

white, blue, multi coloured

Dimension

21 x 27.3 cm