Coat, Laboratory
Object number2011.76.1
Date1984-2010
OriginMexico
Mediumcotton/polyester blend; plastic
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Edward James
DescriptionWhite long sleeved lab coat. Five white plastic buttons down front. Pockets: proper left breast; two side-pockets on both proper left and right sides. Embroidered patches, both white with black thread. Belt with buttons on back side waist.Dimensions40.5 x 20 x 24 in. (102.9 x 50.8 x 61 cm)InscriptionsEmbroidered patches, both white with black thread: proper left breast above pocket, "Edward E. James, D.O."; proper right breast, in shape of a house's outline has text "CHC".
MarksTwo tags in collar:
Top tag: "META".
Bottom tag: "[barcode with numbers] / 267-011-44 / 44 / Made in Mexico / Fabric made in USA"; care instructions on opposite side.
Historical NotesLab coat worn by Dr. Edward James. Dr. Edward James was medical director and founder of Coraopolis Health Center. Dr. James practiced family medicine in Coraopolis from 1958 to 2010, and operated the Health Center from 1984 to 2010. His wife, Joan James was the first African American teacher at Sewickley Academy (1978) and was a former Pittsburgh City School District teacher.
Previous owner
Dr. Edward Exodus James
Related institution
Coraopolis Health Center
Related person
Joan B. James
On View
Not on view
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