Jacket
Object number2003.151.1
Manufacturer
Starter
Date1990
OriginNew Haven, CT
MediumNylon; Cotton; Metal
Credit LineGift of Martha Johnson
DescriptionBlack nylon jacket with black nylon lining.DimensionsHeight x Width (width is at torso): 30 × 27 in. (76.2 × 68.6 cm)InscriptionsOn proper left shoulder patch has "NHL" in orange.
MarksOn lower proper left sleeve is an embroidered maker's mark "S[star]".
Embroidered maker's mark on back at top center "S[star] / STARTER".
Fabric maker labels:
one inside collar at back center has text 'AUTHENTIC / [NHL logo] CENTER ICE / COLLECTION / XL by STARTER / NEW HAVEN, CT."
one inside proper left front panel near bottom has text "S[star] / STARTER / NAME ____ / SHELL & LINING: 100% NYLON / [care instructions] / MADE IN U.S.A. / 5".
Historical NotesPittsburgh Penguins jacket worn by Bob Johnson, who coached the team. He wore this jacket during his time with the team. “Badger” Bob Johnson coached the Penguins to a Stanley Cup championship in the 1990-1991 season. Donated by his wife Martha Johnson.
Previous owner
Robert Norman Johnson
Related institution
Pittsburgh Penguins
Related institution
National Hockey League
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