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Ordinary Racing Bicycle, 1887

Object Details

Description
Dan Rudge & Co., of Coventry, England manufactured this Ordinary racing bicycle around 1887. This racing model was undoubtedly sold by their U.S. agents, Stoddard, Lovering & Co., of Boston, Massachusetts. The bicycle was originally owned by Godfrey A. S. Wieners who used it in racing events held by the Manhattan Athletic Club.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
Rudge, Daniel
date made
ca 1887
Credit Line
Gift of Carl E. H. Von Sothen and Freda G. Von Sothen in memory of Godfrey A. S. Wieners
Measurements
wheel: 59 in; x 149.86 cm
wheel: 16 1/2 in; x 41.91 cm
Object Name
Bicycle, Ordinary, 8
bicycle, ordinary
racing bicycle
Other Terms
Bicycle, Ordinary, 8; Road

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Photograph of Godfrey A.S. Wieners with 1887 Rudge Racing bicycle
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