Dick Hellings's Wales Jersey

1897

Welsh Rugby Union
United Kingdom

Dick Hellings was the first of the "Rhondda forwards". He was a miner hewn by his trade to great strength. His first international match was against England in 1897 and he was capped a further 8 times for Wales.

This jersey is kindly lent to the WRU by Mrs Drake.

Show lessRead more

Details

Title: Dick Hellings's Wales Jersey
Date Created: 1897

Get the app

Explore museums and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie, and more

Zoom in

Explore connections

Textile United Kingdom Wales Wool

Interested in Fashion?

Get updates with your personalized Culture Weekly

No, thanks

You are all set!

Your first Culture Weekly will arrive this week.