Robe
Object number2006.25.4
Manufacturer
Everlast Sporting Goods Manufacturing Company
Date2005
OriginNew York, NY
MediumFabric/plastic
Credit LineGift of Kevin Corlew
DescriptionBlue and white satin-like boxing robe with zipper front and long sleeves. White trim is down the front and at the edges of both sleeves. Oval patch sewn onto upper, proper right side with beer logo. Four manufacturer's blue and white patches are sewn onto the robe: one on each sleeve, one on upper proper left side, and one on the upper back. Below the manufacturer's patch on the back of the robe, there is embroidered boxer's last name.DimensionsTop of back neck to hem: 31.50 inches
Sleeve length: 25.375 inches
InscriptionsOval patch sewn onto upper, proper right side that reads: "[image of a star] / IRON CITY / BEER".
Below the manufacturer's patch on the back of the robe, there is embroidery that reads: "MEZA-CLAY".
MarksFour manufacturer's blue and white patches are sewn onto the robe: one on each sleeve, one on upper proper left side, and one on the upper back; manufacturer's label reads: "BOXING EQUIPMENT / [registered trademark logo] / EVERLAST / EST. 1910 / BRONX, NEW YORK".
Historical NotesRobe worn by Monty Meza-Clay at the International Boxing Association (IBA) Super Featherweight title, December 30, 2005, at Mountaineer Gaming Racetrack and Resort. A native of Rankin, Meza-Clay won the bout and was named IBA World Super Featherweight Champion.
Previous owner
Monty Meza-Clay
Related institution
International Boxing Association
Related institution
Mountaineer Gaming Racetrack and Resort
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