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Lot 279
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Lot Number: 279
Description: Highly significant 1958 Baltimore Colts NFL World Championship ring. Original ring as presented to William F. Hilgenberg who was one of the ownership members of the Colts franchise. The 1958 Baltimore Colts World Championship team defeated the New York Giants in dramatic fashion with an Alan Ameche touchdown run in sudden death overtime. The epic contest became known as the "Greatest Game Ever Played" and is still regarded as one of the most significant games in the history of the NFL. Its legendary status was due in no small part to the fact the game was nationally televised leading to a surge in popularity of the NFL. Ornate 14K gold ring features the Colts mascot logo on each side panel within a horseshoe symbol having, "World Champions" and "Colts 23 Giants 17", respectively. Top of the ring has, "Baltimore Colts World Champions" with small inset blue sapphires encircling a central inset diamond of 25-30 point carat weight. Interior ring band inscribed, "14K LGB" along with "William F. Hilgenberg". The ring remains in very fine overall condition with minimal surface wear and presents with outstanding original patina. This particular ring ranks as one of the most desired of all NFL Championship rings with a scant few ever having been offered to the collecting public. Offered for the first time publicly this specimen originates directly from the Hilgenberg family descendants and certainly ranks among the most significant rings of its type to have become available at auction. Includes letter of provenance from the Hilgenberg descendants: EX-MTEstimated Price Range: ($40,000-$60,000)
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