Museum Collections
Luce Center
"New York Salutes 1st American World Chess Champion"
Object Number:
2009.25.3
Date:
ca. 1972
Medium:
Metal, plastic
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 7/8 in. (4.8 cm)
Description:
White with black lettering; image of Bobby Fischer
Gallery Label:
Robert "Bobby" Fischer (1943-2008) was the first and only American to win the official World Chess Championship in 1972.
Credit Line:
Gift of Sheila Charney
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.