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Roberto Alomar glove

Date2002-2003

DescriptionSSK grey, blue, and brown leather glove, with black leather lacing. Imprinted logos or model information was stamped in the pocket, but is faded with use. Imprinted in the pinky finger is "U.S.A. Steerhide / Rawhide Lacing." Uses a wide band of leather, reinforced with stitching, for webbing with additional lacing under the band. On the reverse are three SSK logos embroidered on the ring finger, across the wrist strap, and a small embroidered circle across the webbing. "Roberto Alomar" is embroidered on the thumb in yellow thread. Interior leather is dark brown and cracking with use and age. Still visible is a branded logo for "Sorbit Wide Shock Absorbing" and a name that is worn illegible. The padding under the strap is lightly crusted with brown, potentially pine tar. The leather is well worn and stiff with age.

Bio/Historical NoteGlove used by Roberto Alomar while he played with the New York Mets (2002, half of 2003 season)

Object numberB-2018-0199

Artist, Creator, or Manufacturer SSK Sports

Subject Alomar, Roberto, 1968-

Subject New York Mets (Baseball team)

Subject Major League Baseball (Organization)

Subject National League of Professional Baseball Clubs

Attributes

Classificationssports and athletic equipment

Dimensions11.75 x 4.25 x 8.5 in.

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