This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/26/2015
NOTE: The ring has been professionally cleaned, but there is still some toning/tarnishing. The images included are pre-cleaning.
This 2001 MLB All-Star Game ring was presented to Tony Gwynn, who was making his final appearance in the Mid-Summer Classic, appearing at the game to receive, along with Cal Ripken, the Commissioner’s Historic Achievement Award. Gwynn’s final regular appearance as an All-Star had come two years earlier in his 15th such honor. Ring has a CZ diamond on the face atop a green stone, surrounded by “All-Star 1993" in raised lettering and three sculpted stars on each side. The All-Star Game logo is on one shank in a sculpted figural; the other has the National League emblem logo in the same fashion. Inside of the band is stamped Jostens Auralite. Ring size 9 ¼. Weight 24 grams. Comes in a black felt jewelry box. The ring has been professionally cleaned, but there is still some toning/tarnishing. The images included are pre-cleaning. Overall, presents in Near Mint condition.
Includes 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.