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Damon Stoudamire

Portland Trail Blazers · 2004-05

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PreSeaon Game (Golden State @ Portland)

PreSeaon Game · Golden State · Oct 25, 2004

The comparison identified two positive visual correspondences between the examined 2004–05 Damon Stoudamire Portland Trail Blazers jersey and the in-game photograph from the October 25, 2004 preseason game against the Golden State Warriors. Both characteristics are located on the letter “Z” of the front “BLAZERS” wordmark: a small protruding thread at its lower-left corner and a gray stitch extending beyond the b…

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The Photomatch Process

From physical object to documented evidence.

01

Document

Photograph and record the item, tags, construction details and identifiable characteristics.

02

Identify

Locate potentially unique visual characteristics such as loose threads, stitching patterns, wear or positioning.

03

Compare

Compare the physical item with suitable in-game or archival reference photography.

04

Evaluate

Assess corresponding characteristics and document each relevant visual match point.

05

Preserve

Store the evidence, sources, historical context and comparison record in the archive.

Visual Characteristics

What can create a photomatch?

Photomatching relies on corresponding visual characteristics visible on both the physical item and period photography. The relevance of each characteristic depends on the available evidence and the context of the comparison.

Loose Threads Stitching Patterns Mesh & Fabric Patterns Letter Positioning Number Positioning Wear Characteristics Repairs & Alterations Unique Construction Details
Documented Evidence
42 Published Items
23 Photomatch Records
123 Documented Match Points
3 Documented Mismatch Points
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