Lyn St. James with Mercury Capri T-Shirt, 1983

THF152154 / Lyn St. James with Mercury Capri T-Shirt, 1983
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Artifact Overview

Lyn St. James's drive and determination led to a successful racing career. St. James has competed in top professional races worldwide since the mid-1970s. She established the Complete Driver Academy in 1994, where she continues to inspire and train future female race car drivers. This T-shirt promoted St. James when she raced in International Motor Sports Association events in 1983.

Artifact Details

Artifact

T-shirt

Date Made

1983

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2011.264.9

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Lyn St. James.

Material

polyester (fiber)
Cotton (Textile)

Color

White (Color)
Blue
Red
Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 21 in
Width: 15.5 in (underarms)

Inscriptions

On collar tag: Hanes Designer Tee / MADE IN USA / 50% combed cotton/ 50% polyester / Product of Hanes Printables Center front of shirt in blue script: Lyn St. James Center image: portrait of Lyn St James and her car, a mercury capri / artist date '83 Below image in blue type: MERCURY CAPRI
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