Helmet worn by Hubert Opperman whilst riding a world record time at the Melbourne Motordrome, 1932
Object Type
Sporting equipment/Protective equipment/Helmet
Date Used
1928-1932
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Brown leather helmet worn by Hubert Opperman whilst achieving a world record at the Melbourne Motordrome in 1932. It features a rounded dome, thick flat rim and punched ventilation holes. There are no straps, only the oval panels that cover the ears. Helmet lining has petal-like formation, partially laced together at the crown enabling it to sit on the head with a 'buffer' space between the lining and external wall.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 170 W: 225 D: 235mm (H: 6 11/16 W: 8 7/8 D: 9 1/4")
Date Used
1928-1932
Location
On outward loan
Registration No
1986.1069
Credit Line
Kindly donated to the Australian Gallery of Sport and Olympic Museum by Sir Hubert Opperman
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