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Costume, Dance

Object number2015.110.1

Manufacturer Jackson Products

Datec. 1961

MediumPlastic/Paint/Vinyl/Ink/Fabric/Elastic

Credit LineGift of Dolly Kroen

DescriptionHard hat or helmet from Steelerette dance costume. Orange hard hat spray painted gold. Inside has adjustable clear plastic suspension with gray vinyl(?) sweatband. Blue and gray elastic fabric chin strap with plastic buckle.Dimensions5.625 x 8.375 x 11.188 in. (14.3 x 21.3 x 28.4 cm)
InscriptionsSweatband has handwritten name in black ink on proper left side "Merante".
MarksRed maker's marks on front of suspension "7 1/8 - 7 3/4 6 1/2 - 7 / QUALITY / JACKSON / PRODUCTS / PAT. APP. FOR / 6 1/2 - 7 7 1/8 - 7 3/4".

Raised text maker's mark on underside of brim "JACKSON PRODUCTS / U.S.A."
Historical NotesHelmet/hard hat worn by Dolly (Merante) Kroen as part of her Steelerettes uniform in 1961.

Previous owner Dolly Kroen

Related institution Pittsburgh Steelerettes

Related institution Pittsburgh Steelers

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