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Lot 73b
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Lot Number: 73b
Description: Fine 1938 Mel Hein New York Giants "World Champions" presentational 10K gold charm. Figural charm executed in football shape has "N.Y." lettering raised over the laces. Titling above and below reads, "Giants 1938 World Champions." In addition, the back is lettered, "M.Hein C." All letters have been enameled offers stark contrast and the piece is marked, "10K." Minimal wear. Highly uncommon early player championship award piece : EX/MT-NM. Special note: This award piece, along with others offered in this sale (lots 73a through 73f), are of special significance with relation to the career of Hall of Famer Mel Hein. A noted figure on both the collegiate and professional levels Mel Hein enjoyed a lengthy career which stretched from his days playing at Washington State through (15) seasons with the New York Giants. Among his lengthy list of honors are (5) first-team All-Pro selections, (4) Pro-Bowl selections, recipient of the Joe F.Carr trophy in 1938, and having been named to NFL's 50th and 75th Anniversary All-Time Teams and the 1930s All Decade Team. His jersey number (7) is retired by both Washington State (first in school history) and the New York Giants.Estimated Price Range: ($3,000-$5,000)
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Lot 73b
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Lot Number: 73b
Description: Fine 1938 Mel Hein New York Giants "World Champions" presentational 10K gold charm. Figural charm executed in football shape has "N.Y." lettering raised over the laces. Titling above and below reads, "Giants 1938 World Champions." In addition, the back is lettered, "M.Hein C." All letters have been enameled offers stark contrast and the piece is marked, "10K." Minimal wear. Highly uncommon early player championship award piece : EX/MT-NM. Special note: This award piece, along with others offered in this sale (lots 73a through 73f), are of special significance with relation to the career of Hall of Famer Mel Hein. A noted figure on both the collegiate and professional levels Mel Hein enjoyed a lengthy career which stretched from his days playing at Washington State through (15) seasons with the New York Giants. Among his lengthy list of honors are (5) first-team All-Pro selections, (4) Pro-Bowl selections, recipient of the Joe F.Carr trophy in 1938, and having been named to NFL's 50th and 75th Anniversary All-Time Teams and the 1930s All Decade Team. His jersey number (7) is retired by both Washington State (first in school history) and the New York Giants.Estimated Price Range: ($3,000-$5,000)
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Lot 73b
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Lot Number: 73b
Description: Fine 1938 Mel Hein New York Giants "World Champions" presentational 10K gold charm. Figural charm executed in football shape has "N.Y." lettering raised over the laces. Titling above and below reads, "Giants 1938 World Champions." In addition, the back is lettered, "M.Hein C." All letters have been enameled offers stark contrast and the piece is marked, "10K." Minimal wear. Highly uncommon early player championship award piece : EX/MT-NM. Special note: This award piece, along with others offered in this sale (lots 73a through 73f), are of special significance with relation to the career of Hall of Famer Mel Hein. A noted figure on both the collegiate and professional levels Mel Hein enjoyed a lengthy career which stretched from his days playing at Washington State through (15) seasons with the New York Giants. Among his lengthy list of honors are (5) first-team All-Pro selections, (4) Pro-Bowl selections, recipient of the Joe F.Carr trophy in 1938, and having been named to NFL's 50th and 75th Anniversary All-Time Teams and the 1930s All Decade Team. His jersey number (7) is retired by both Washington State (first in school history) and the New York Giants.Estimated Price Range: ($3,000-$5,000)
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