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Lot 307
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Lot Number: 307
Description: Rare Roberto Clemente Pittsburgh Pirates professional model hat c.1960s. Black hat with Pirates "P" logo embroidered on front in yellow and matching colored button on top. Interior leather band is fully intact with manufacturer's tag removed. Period "21" is written on the inside in red marker in similar font style to numerous documented Clemente game pieces. The hat exhibits usage wear throughout however remains in exceptionally well preserved condition offering fine display qualities. By nature, player used hats are one of the most recognizable and sought after of all professional model pieces. They are equally as hard to validate as most have no defining characteristics short of the players' number written on. Given the context of this piece within the offered collection of Clemente material we are confident in saying that no finer example exists with regard to provenance, condition, and display value. Includes LOA from Hunt Auctions and letter of provenance from the family: EXEstimated Price Range: ($20,000-$30,000)
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