Jerseys of Significance

The First XV Collection - Now on display at the All Blacks Experience

Step into the legacy of New Zealand rugby through the First XV Jersey Collection - a powerful tribute to the players, moments, and stories that shaped our national identity.

This extraordinary collection features 15 iconic jerseys from over a century of New Zealand Rugby history - each one representing a defining moment in the black jersey’s journey. From the 1905 Originals to the 2015 World Cup champions, these jerseys tell stories of triumph, resilience, and cultural pride.

The 15 Jerseys of Significance are:

1905 "Originals" Ernest Booth (no number)
1924 "Invincibles" George Nepia (#1)
1946 "NZEF Kiwis" Jim Sherratt - Kiwis (#4)
1967 All Blacks Ian MacRae (#11)
1978 Grand Slam Graham Mourie (#7)
1981 Springbok Tour Bernie Fraser (#11)
1987 RWC Sean Fitzpatrick (#2)
1987 RWC Grant Fox (#10)
1995 RWC Jonah Lomu (#11)
1996 "Incomparables" Sean Fitzpatrick (#2)
1998 RWC (white jersey) Farah Palmer (#2)
2002 RWC Farah Palmer (#2)
2006 RWC Farah Palmer (#2)
2011 RWC Final Piri Weepu (#9)
2015 RWC Quarter final Richie McCaw (#7)

Each jersey is accompanied by its story - connecting visitors to the players, the matches, and the cultural moments that made them significant.

Visit the All Blacks Experience at SkyCity Auckland to explore the jerseys up close and feel the mana of our teams in black.