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Lot 240
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Lot Number: 240
Description: 1988 Harmon Killebrew presentational -Babe Ruth Crown.+ Highly visual award piece bears striking resemblance to the -Sultan of Swat Award+ which was an honor bestowed each year, starting in 1956, to the player with the highest slugging percentage. The roster of recipients read like a who+s who of great hitters incl. Mickey Mantle, Hank Aaron, Ted Williams, Ernie Banks, Harmon Killebrew, and even Joe DiMaggio whom was honored in 1956 for his 1939 season statistics. This later period piece, awarded by the same organization, offers similar display value with some subtle differences in text/design. Done in brass with affixed placard at front that reads, in both applied block letter and engraved text, -Babe Ruth Crown Presented to Harmon Killebrew, For Outstanding Batting Achievements, January 15, 1988, Maryland Professional Baseball Players Association.+ The (6) -points+ are each done to resemble a baseball diamond with colored jewel fitted at center. Ringing the body are applied crossed bat/ball decor pieces alternating with engraved career related statistics/notations. In fine overall condition missing one small brass applique and just a hint of light tarnish: NMEstimated Price Range: ($40,000-$60,000)
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