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This innovative nose guard patented in 1891 by S. J. Cumnock of Lowell, Mass., was intended to protect the nose, forehead and mouth of a person playing football or a similar sport. The mask was made of rubber with an interior flange, which was clasped between the teeth. The band encircled the head beneath a soft helmet. Used by the first Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ football teams, the nose guards were featured on early Boulder postcards of team members.

Memorabilia wanted. Please contact the Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Heritage Center if you would like to donate Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ-related items. For more information go to www.cuheritage.org or call 303-492-6329.