Here's why:
* Awards were not common in Gutenberg's time. Formal awards systems as we know them today were not established during the 15th century.
* Gutenberg's invention was initially controversial. While the printing press revolutionized communication, it was initially met with skepticism and resistance from some groups (like the Church, which had a monopoly on knowledge dissemination).
* Gutenberg faced financial difficulties. He was unable to secure the necessary capital to make his invention commercially viable.
While Gutenberg's invention was undoubtedly groundbreaking, its significance wasn't fully recognized during his lifetime. His invention laid the foundation for the printing industry, which ultimately transformed society and knowledge dissemination.