NOTE: The ring has been professionally cleaned, but there is still some toning/tarnishing, primarily on the shanks. The images included are post-cleaning.
This 1999 MLB All-Star Game ring was presented to Tony Gwynn, who was making his final appearance in the Mid-Summer Classic, his 15th such honor. On that particular night at Boston's Fenway Park, Gwynn is largely remembered for assisting an aged Ted Williams throw out the game's ceremonial first pitch. The '99 season marked another extraordinary campaign for the Hall of Famer, who batted above .300 for the 7th consecutive season (with two more to follow), showing no signs of aging at 39. His final average for the year was an amazing .338, precisely matching his lifetime figure.
The elegant ring has a CZ diamond on the face atop a raised “99” that lies atop a red stone, encircled by “Major League Baseball All-Star" in raised lettering. Intricate All-Star Game logo featuring “Boston” and the iconic Sox logo with the words “All-Star Game ‘99” is on one shank in a sculpted figural; the other has the National League emblem logo in the same fashion beneath a sculpted notation of 1912 Fenway Park. Inside of the band is stamped Jostens Auralite. Ring size 9 ¼. Weight 22 grams. Comes in a black felt jewelry box. The ring has been professionally cleaned, but there is still some toning/tarnishing, primarily on the shanks. The images included are post-cleaning. Overall, presents in Near Mint condition.
Includes a Letter of Authenticity from The Gwynn Family.
A portion of the proceeds generated by the Tony Gwynn Collection will be donated to the Tony and Alicia Gwynn Foundation. The TAG Foundation is a non-profit, 5013(c) charity dedicated to creating and supporting programs that enhance opportunities for youth to become healthy, educated, and productive citizens. The TAG Foundation was organized in San Diego in 1995 by Tony’s wife, Alicia. For more information, visit www.tagwynn2.org.