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Boy's Tracksuit

1974-1982 (made)

This is a navy blue polyester tracksuit with red deailing, consisting of a jumper and trousers. It was worn by the donor during the first eight years of his life, 1974-1982, growing up in Mold, North Wales and kept until its donation to the museum


Object details

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Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Boy's Tracksuit Jumper
  • Boy's Tracksuit Trousers
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Boy's polyester tracksuit, navy blue and red detailing. Bought by the donor between 1974 and 1982
Credit line
Given by Alan Bower
Object history
This tracksuit was donated to the museum by the original owner and wearer, Alan Bower. It comes from the first eight years of his life, and he kept it until its donation to the museum. This shirt is typical of the late 1970s.
Summary
This is a navy blue polyester tracksuit with red deailing, consisting of a jumper and trousers. It was worn by the donor during the first eight years of his life, 1974-1982, growing up in Mold, North Wales and kept until its donation to the museum
Collection
Accession number
B. 163:1, 2-2012

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Record createdFebruary 27, 2013
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