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Lot 1020
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Lot Number: 1020
Description: Rare 1939 Lou Gehrig Day Commemorative plaque. Ornately decorated brass plaque crafted by Col. Charles J. Dieges of New York's famed metalwork shop Dieges & Clust. Plaque measures 4 1/4"x10 1/2" with intricate vine and flower border surrounding a stirring tributary lyric at top by John Kieran underneath which is printed the names of Gehrig's Yankee teammates. Wording at top is as follows, "To Lou Gehrig-We've been to the wars together; We took our foes as they came; And always you were the leader; And ever you played the game. Idol of cheering millions, Records are yours by sheaves; Iron of frame they hailed you; Decked you with laurel leaves. But higher that that we hold you, We who have known you best; Knowing the way that we hold you, We who have knwon you the best; Knowing the way you cam through, Every human test. Let this be a silent token, Of lasting Friendship's gleam, And all that we've left unspoken; Your Pals of the Yankee Team". This is one of 5 examples that we know to exist, most likely given to baseball executives or dignitaries: EX0MT
Estimated Price: ($3,000.00-$4,000.00)
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