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Lot 1048
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Lot Number: 1048
Description: Lefty Grove autographed professional model baseball bat c.1933-34. Very rare and desirable Grove game model L.Slugger 125 bat which measures 34" long and weighs 35.5 oz. Ash bat retains its original surface and patina exhibiting evident usage incl. ball marks, green rack marks, original single band of handle tape, and area of deadwood on the back of the barrel repaired with period finish nails. End of the barrel has a tiny hole from the removal of a small metal hook. According to Hillerich & Bradsby Co. factory records the bat appears to have been shipped as part of a 5/15/1934 single shipment. It is one of only four documented Grove game used bats and is the only autographed example known to exist. Includes letter of provenance from the Donnelly family, LOA from SCD Authentic D.Bushing-D.Knoll (bat), and LOA from PSA/DNA J.Spence-S.Grad (autograph): EX
Estimated Price: ($25,000.00-$35,000.00)
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