Auction Item Details
LOT 108
LOADING IMAGES
Lot Number: 108
Description: Collection of New York Yankees World Series press pins. Monumental assemblage of Yankees World Series press pins gathered over a period of years by a determined collector includes a complete run of all pins issued (both winning and losing series) from 1923-2003. Included within the run are some spectacular condition examples, special rarities, and one of the finest 1927 pins in existence complete with its original cardboard backing. Following is a complete listing with condition grading NM unless otherwise noted: 1923 (EX/MT-NM); 1926 (VG-EX, has some wear to the enamel surface); 1927 (Pin: EX/MT-NM, Cardboard backing: EX with some minor creasing); 1928 (EX/MT-NM); 1932; 1936 (EX/MT-NM); 1937; 1938; 1939; 1941 (EX/MT-NM); 1942 (Includes original cardboard backing); 1943 (EX/MT-NM); 1947 (EX-EX/MT, slight enamel wear); 1949; 1950 (EX/MT-NM); 1951; 1952; 1953; 1955; 1956; 1957; 1958; 1960; 1961; 1962; 1963; 1964; 1976; 1977; 1978; 1981; 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2003. The offered compilation of pins represents not only a major collecting accomplishment but also celebrates the 80 years of excellence embodied by the Yankees. Events and names are within the group such as Dent, Ruth, Gehrig, Jackson, Munson, Jeter, Perfect Game, Mantle's HR record, Maris, Ford, Boone, and Clemens. Wonderful opportunity to acquire a rare grouping of pins which have been beautifully matted and framed for display.
Estimated Price: ($40,000.00-$50,000.00)
Sold for Price: Login or Register
