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Lot 181
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Lot Number: 181
Description: Joe Black 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers World Series ring (World Champions) "Next Year" finally arrived for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1955. After numerous seasons of National League success only to be thwarted in the World Series at the hands of the rival New York Yankees, the "Bums" from Brooklyn broke through in 1955. The team ran away from the rest of the teams in the National League finishing 13 1/2 games in front to secure the NL pennant. After five meetings in the World Series against the Yankees the Dodgers emerged victorious in seven games to win the 1955 World Championship. Joe Black broke into the Major League in 1952 with the Brooklyn Dodgers after playing for nearly 10 years in the Negro Leagues. Black dominated in his first season capturing Rookie of the Year honors and winning 15 games and saving 15 others. He also became a dear a friend of Jackie Robinson as his roommate while travelling on the road with the Dodgers. Black pitched with the Dodgers for another few years was ultimately trade to the Reds due an arm injury. Unfortunately for Black, the Dodgers would go on to win the 1955 World Series after he was traded. Presented is the ring as given to Black who was a member of that hallowed 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers World Championship team prior to his departure. Ring top displays central diamond solitaire replaced diamond from original of approximately .50 carat weight set within a blue field. "Brooklyn World Champions" lettering encircling. Side panel has "Dodgers" in blue enamelwork inlaid onto globe shaped field with "1955" date. Other panel has "Joe Black" autograph in blue enamel inlaid onto ball shaped decor with "B" underneath. Marked "HJ 10K" on interior ring band. Size 11.5. It is noted that Black's particular ring was given to him by the club at a later date than the original player recipients as those were made by Dieges & Clust which was purchased by Herff Jones in 1980. This presentation occurred as a result of Black being not receiving a ring in 1955 having been traded before the postseason. The very presentation of this treasured ring to Black from the team clearly demonstrated his value to the franchise. Rare championship award piece related to one of the most iconic teams in MLB history. Includes letter of provenance from Martha Black: NMEstimated Price Range: ($25,000-$50,000)
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