Bronze Age Gold from Wales

Rugby jersey

Cardiff Lions RFC (Cardiff Lions RFC are a gay and inclusive rugby union football club based in Cardiff. Founded on 1 March 2004 they were the first gay and inclusive rugby club in Wales.)

Cardiff Lions RFC jersey, position 15. This jersey and shorts F2023.7.4 form a kit.

short-sleeved Polyester rugby top in red, black and gold. Shirt is printed (as opposed to being sewn together of different colour fabrics). Solid red area at chest, printed with logo of Mary's (a gay cabaret bar in Cardiff). Black and red stripes below and on sleeves, yellow underarm and detailing at shoulder, red at sides. 'Under Armour' label printed in black on right chest, Cardiff Lions RFC logo printed in orange, black and white on left chest. Black collar, black edging on cuffs and waist, seam between torso and sleeves and sides covered with red fabric. Rectangular area on lower proper left front printed with manufacturer's information, size and care instructions.

The shirt appears to be double-sided. If turned inside out, it features a print pattern that does not mirror the front face of the shirt. This side is predominantly yellow, with red on upper sleeves and black at shoulders, cuffs and sides. Print and placement of logos is the same inside and out.

Collection Area

Social & Cultural History

Item Number

F2024.7.3

Creation/Production

Cardiff Lions RFC
Under Armour
Date:

Acquisition

Donation, 18/1/2024

Measurements

Length (cm): 72

Techniques

printed and machine sewn

Material

polyester (synthetic fabric)

Location

In store

Categories

LGBTQ+
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