This helmet plaque was part of series of wood framed full sized half helmets of NFL teams. The plaque measures 15" x 15" and is of the Redskins helmet used during the 1970 & 1971 seasons. The helmet was yellow-colored with a maroon "R" logo.  The legendary Vince Lombardi, who coached the Redskins in 1969 before passing away during the 1970 pre-season, was the inspiration behind the helmet. Lombardi pushed for the logo, which sat inside a white circle enclosed within a red circle border, with Indian feathers hanging down from the side, because of its similarity to the "G" on the helmets worn by his Green Bay Packers for many years.The wood frame has some scuffs and the back panel is a little loose (easily fixable), but overall it is in excellent condition and will display beautifully when hung. This plaque is very difficult to find.

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