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Kirk Gibson helmet

Date1987

DescriptionNavy blue helmet, size 6 7/8, with proper right ear protector and an orange "D" sticker on the front. Top crown has four ventilation holes. Rear of the helmet has an "ABC" logo sticker along with an orange "23" sticker above. Interior has padding around the ear protector, back of head and top crown. There is a vinyl-covered sweatband around the interior perimeter. There are two stickers on the interior, including a warning label and an "American Baseball Cap" manufacturer sticker with sizing. Underside of the bill has a raised "M."

Bio/Historical NoteBatting helmet worn by Kirk Gibson of the Detroit Tigers during the 1987 season.

Object numberB-1987-0395

Artist, Creator, or Manufacturer American Baseball Cap, Inc.

Subject Detroit Tigers (Baseball team)

Subject Major League Baseball (Organization)

Subject American League of Professional Baseball Clubs

Subject Gibson, Kirk

Attributes

Classificationssports and athletic equipment

Dimensions7.5 x 7 x 11 in.

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