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Lot 459
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Lot Number: 459
Description: Lefty Grove professional model baseball bat attributed to the 1931 World Series. Very rare and desirable Grove game model L.Slugger 125 bat which measures 35.25" long and weighs 39.3 oz. Ash bat retains its original surface and patina exhibiting tremendous usage incl. checking from repeated ball contact, ball marks and stitch impressions throughout the barrel. Also visible on the bat are cleat marks and red and blue bat rack streaks. A moderate coat of pine tar covers the handle with a crack near the centerbrand having been professionally repaired. This Lefty Grove professional model bat can be pinpointed to the 1931 season, due to the version of “Powerized” with “Pat. Pend” branding appearing to the right of the centerbrand. This labeling style was only utilized in 1931. Additionally, Lefty Grove’s Professional Bat Ordering Record from Hillerich & Bradsby notes that only 2 bats were ordered by Grove during the 1931 season. The order was placed on September 22nd, 1931 with the notation “WS”, which is the factory notation for the World Series. Grove dominated the league during his 17 year tenure leading the AL in ERA nine times during his career and earning 20 victories or more for six consecutive seasons from 1927-33. Significant and likely unique rarity dating to the prime of Grove's career and a World Series appearance. Includes LOAs from MEARS (A8.5) and PSA/DNA (GU9): EX
Estimated Price: ($20,000.00-$30,000.00)
