North Borneo 1956 Olympic Games blazer, worn by John Walne
Object Type
Clothing or accessories/Clothing/General uniform/Blazer
Date Used
Nov 1956-Dec 1956
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Single-breasted, red blazer with three, red buttons. Two pockets and a pocket on the left breast. Breast pocket features a coloured, embroidered shield showing a red lion above a sailing ship. Above and below the shield, yellow, embroidered text reads 'XVI OLYMPIC GAMES / NORTH BORNEO / COACH / MELBOURNE 1956'.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 855 W: 570 D: 35mm (H: 33 11/16 W: 22 7/16 D: 1 3/8")
Associated Event
Date Used
Nov 1956-Dec 1956
Location
On display
Registration No
1987.1816.3
Credit Line
Kindly donated to the Australian Gallery of Sport and Olympic Museum by John Walne
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