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Lot # 945: 1926 New York Giants Sterling Silver Season Pass

Starting Bid: $300.00

Bids: 8 (Bid History)

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Item was in Auction "2023 Summer Classic",
which ran from 7/16/2023 7:00 PM to
8/5/2023 10:00 PM



During the 1920 and 1930s, the New York Giants issued sterling silver season passes that were cleverly designed in various shapes. Presented is a 1926 New York Giants' sterling silver season pass to the Polo Grounds (V) that is formed in the shape of an outstretched right hand, as if in a greeting when shaking hands. The pass measures approx. 0.75x1.25", and it weighs 3/8ths of an ounce. While the Giants did not have an outstanding season in '26, having a 74-77 record and finishing in fifth place in the National League, the Giants were traditionally a strong team with a loyal following, and traveling to upper Manhattan to the Polo Grounds was still a popular pastime, with the team still loaded with Hall of Famers: first basemen George "High Pockets" Kelly (He stood 6'4"), and Bill Terry (the last National Leaguer to hit .400); second baseman Frankie Frisch; shortstop Travis Jackson; third baseman Fred Lindstrom, outfielder Billy Southworth; outfielder Ross Youngs. The team's on-field "brain trust" were all Hall of Famers as well: Manager John McGraw, and coaches Hugh Jennings and Roger Bresnahan. Imprinted on the pass in raised letters and numbers is, "WELCOME 1926" (on the palm of the hand) and on a "banner" around the wrist "GIANTS Chas. Stoneham Pres." Imprinted on the back of the pass is "162" (the pass number) and "Charles H. MacDonald & One" (for the pass holder and a guest). Also imprinted on the back is "Lambert Bros." and "Sterling." Before moving to San Francisco for the 1958 season, the Giants won 17 pennants and five World's Championships, and this season pass has great vintage appeal. The pass does have an eyelet (but no chain) and the charming pass, in NRMT condition) could even be worn as an actual charm - with an added chain or displayed as an intriguing part of any sports collection.

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