Jacket Worn by Bobby Unser, 1989-1999
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After he retired from competitive racing in 1982, Bobby Unser launched a second career as a television sportscaster. At various times, Unser provided commentary on auto races for the ABC, NBC, and ESPN networks. Unser wore this jacket while giving commentary for ABC Sports.
After he retired from competitive racing in 1982, Bobby Unser launched a second career as a television sportscaster. At various times, Unser provided commentary on auto races for the ABC, NBC, and ESPN networks. Unser wore this jacket while giving commentary for ABC Sports.
Artifact
Jacket (Garment)
Date Made
1989-1999
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Indiana, Indianapolis
Creator Notes
Made by L.S. Ayres and Company, Indianapolis, Indiana.
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2009.123.55
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Bobby Unser.
Material
Cloth
Metal
Technique
Sewing (Needleworking technique)
Color
Navy blue
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Width: 18.5 in (shoulder to shoulder)
Length: 34 in
Inscriptions
On label inside jacket: L. S. Ayres &. co./ MENS STORE On label inside collar: PROFESSIONALLY/ DRY CLEAN ONLY/ MADE IN USA
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