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Woman's Shoes
Woman's Shoes

Woman's Shoes

ShoemakerMade by Asics founded 1977
Dateabout 1992
MediumMachine-stitched polyester, rubber
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x approximate width x approximate depth): 3 15/16 x 4 1/16 x 10in. (10 x 10.3 x 25.4cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Harrison Jenkins
DescriptionWoman's white track and field shoes with six metal spikes on the sole for traction. Each shoe has criss-crossing purple stripes on both sides, and bright orange highlights. The sole is bright orange, with two purple stripes and a purple circle on the heel.
Object number2004.34.31a-b
MarkingsPrinted in silver letters on the top of the heel, "asics®".

A white cloth tag stitched onto the exterior of the tongue has purple letters that read, "asics®".

A white cloth tag stitched onto the interior of the tongue on the right shoe has black lettering. On one side, it reads, "GN-53 / 7 / MADE IN TAIWAN/ R.O.C." On the other side, it reads, "POLYESER / UPPER / RUBBER SOLE".
NotesHistorical Note: Liz Mueller ran track and field at Waterford High School in about 1992. She won numerous events in her high school career. In her junior year, Mueller placed second at the Nationals in the 800 meter event. She also won the National High School Championship in cross-country. Along with her numerous state and New England titles in both sports, Mueller was selected the Gatorade Track & Field Athlete of the Year in the New England Region. (Hudson 7/27/2006)
Subject Terms
    On View
    Not on view
    Gift of Harrison Jenkins, 2004.34.23a-b, Connecticut Historical Society, Public Domain
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