Álex Rodríguez 500th Career Home Run helmet

Date2007 August 04

DescriptionBlack plastic batting helmet, size 7 1/4, with a white "NY" decal on the front, a proper left ear protector and a white "13" decal on the top center of the bill. Top crown has a circular white "R" sticker along with four ventilation holes. Rear of the helmet has an MLB Authentication hologram sticker, an MLB logo and "13" in white stickers. Interior has gray fabric-covered foam padding at the ear, top crown and rear center. Interior crown has manufacturer labels, including a "Rawlings" logo, a warning label and sizing information.

Bio/Historical NoteBatting helmet worn by Álex Rodríguez of the New York Yankees on August 4, 2007 when he recorded his 500th career home run.

Object numberB-2007-0157

Artist, Creator, or Manufacturer Rawlings Sporting Goods Company

Subject Rodriguez, Alex, 1975-

Subject New York Yankees (Baseball team)

Subject American League of Professional Baseball Clubs

Subject Major League Baseball (Organization)

Attributes

Classificationssports and athletic equipment

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