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
Creators
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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