Hong-Chih Kuo Autographed helmet

Date2007 June 12

DescriptionBlue plastic batting helmet, size 7 3/8, with a slightly metallic surface coloring. Top and sides have ventilation openings. There is a white "LA" decal sticker on the front. Next to the front decal is an autograph in silver ink. Helmet has a proper right side ear protector. Top crown of the helmet has a circular white "Rawlings" sticker. Rear of the helmet has "56" and an MLB logo sticker. Interior has a black padded vinyl sweatband around the perimeter and gray foam pads. Interior crown has several stickers, including "Rawlings," a warning label, two MLB Authentication hologram stickers and sizing information. Underside of the bill has a lengthy manufacturer warning notice printed into the plastic.

Bio/Historical NoteHong-Chih Kuo wore this helmet on June 12, 2007, when he not only pitched the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-1 win over the Mets, but also became the first Taiwan-born major leaguer to hit a home run.

Object numberB-2007-0098

Artist, Creator, or Manufacturer Rawlings Sporting Goods Company

Subject Los Angeles Dodgers (Baseball team)

Subject National League of Professional Baseball Clubs

Subject Major League Baseball (Organization)

Subject Kuo, Hung-Chih, 1981-

Attributes

Classificationssports and athletic equipment

Dimensions7.5 x 7 x 10 in.

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