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Lot 492

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Lot Number: 492

Description: Important 1915 National League Champion Philadelphia Phillies presentational pocketwatch. Exceptional quality (23) jewel 14K gold presentational pocket watch by noted maker Howard has "AD" blue enameled monogram on back of casing. Opens to reveal hand engraved titling which reads in full, "Presented to you as a member of the First Philadelphia Championship Team of the National League 1915" and signed in print "F.T. Stotesbury Chairman." Marked around the edge "E.Howard Watch Co. Boston" with additional "14K" stamping. Although not presently in working order it is likely that a skilled jeweler could restore function, otherwise the watch displays light general surface wear with some cracking to number marked interior face. Very fine early piece of championship jewelry as relates to the Phillies Franchise first League Championship season, a feat which they would not repeat for another (35) years. Lead by the venerable G.C. Alexander who produced one of the great season long pitching performances of all-time, the Phillies met Boston in the World Series, noted for the first post-season appearance of Babe Ruth. Although it can not be confirmed, the watch possibly relates to player Al Demaree as the only rostered team member having "AD" initials. This newly discovered specimen is one of only three such examples that we have encountered: Overall EX with far greater display qualities

Estimated Price Range: ($15,000-$20,000)

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