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2022.109.3
Title
Cambridge University Athletics Club Full Blue Cable Knit Jumper
Date(s)
- undated [1950-1959] (Creation)
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1
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(1864-Present)
Administrative history
The business was initially established as a gentleman's tailors but is probably best know as the official outfitter to the University of Cambridge for over 150 years, supporting the Cambridge Colleges and Clubs [https://www.ryderamies.co.uk].
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V necked, woollen jumper which is knitted in a twisting pattern, creating the traditional cable knit design. Jumper is cream in colour with pale blue detailing at the neck and hem. A wreath design and the lettering 'C.U.A.C' are knitted into the centre front of the jumper in the same pale blue. The garment has long sleeves with ribbed cuffs. The hemline of the jumper is also ribbed.
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Label: Ryder and Amies Cambridge / All Wool / 44
Material: Wool
Measurements: 48cm [Chest]; 73cm [Length]
Details: V neck; Ribbed cuffs and hem
Physical Condition: Good
Material: Wool
Measurements: 48cm [Chest]; 73cm [Length]
Details: V neck; Ribbed cuffs and hem
Physical Condition: Good
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Note
The pale blue [Pantone 557 C] used in the jumper is Cambridge Blue and is the colour commonly used by sports teams from the University of Cambridge. Oxford University are similarly identifiable, wearing the dark Oxford Blue [Pantone 282].
Note
A Blue is the name of the highest honour that can be earned by a Cambridge [or Oxford] athlete, most often through participating in a Varsity match or race against the University of Oxford [or visa versa]. The full Blue is the most prestigious award, but athletes can also be awarded the half-Blue or second team colours for other levels of achievement [https://www.varsity.co.uk].