Lacrosse racquet c. 1907
Object Type
Sporting equipment/Playing equipment/Lacrosse Stick
Date Used
1907
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Lacrosse stick featuring a hickory wood handle and head. The pocket is made with coated slippery elm bark, twisted to form a netted web. An imprinted inscription on the inside of the head reads "LALLYS SPECIAL / CORNWALL CANADA". This racquet is believed to have been used during the first international lacrosse match played at the MCG, between Canada and Australia, in 1907, by a Canadian player.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 1240 W: 280mm (H: 48 13/16 W: 11")
Media/Materials
Associated Event
Date Used
1907
Location
On display
Registration No
1986.134
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