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Pen used by Michele A. Roberts to sign NBPAs 2017 agreement with the NBA, January 19
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Pen used by Michele A. Roberts to sign NBPAs 2017 agreement with the NBA, January 19
Michele A. Roberts (born 1956) is an African-American woman, and is the executive director of the National Basketball Players Association. She is the first woman to hold that position and the first woman to head a major professional sports union in North America. This is a Montblanc blue ink ballpoint pen with black body (a) and cap (b), used by Michele A Roberts, Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), to sign the NBPAs collective bargaining agreement with the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 2017. The cap is detachable and has a silver clip and a silver ring around the base embossed with [MONT BLANC]. Incised in silver onto the side of the cap is a figure of a basketball player with ball. The pen has a silver tip and silver accents at the cap base and end. The pen is stored in black Montblanc box with white interior
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This print captures a significant moment in sports history, showcasing the pen used by Michele A. Roberts to sign the National Basketball Players Association's (NBPA) 2017 agreement with the NBA. Michele A. Roberts is an African-American woman who made history as the first female executive director of NBPA and the first woman to lead a major professional sports union in North America. The pen itself is a Montblanc blue ink ballpoint, featuring a sleek black body and cap. The detachable cap boasts a silver clip and ring embossed with [MONT BLANC], while also displaying an incised figure of a basketball player holding a ball on its side. The silver tip and accents at the cap base and end add elegance to this writing instrument. Stored in its original black Montblanc box with white interior, this pen represents more than just an object; it symbolizes progress, empowerment, and breaking barriers within both gender and race dynamics in professional sports. Displayed at the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), this artifact showcases how heritage art can reflect cultural significance beyond its material form. It serves as a reminder of Michele A. Roberts' remarkable achievements, highlighting her contributions towards advancing equality within employment opportunities for people of color. As we admire this piece from our past, let us celebrate those who continue to challenge stereotypes and pave new paths for future generations in their respective fields.
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