1950 PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES "CONGRATULATIONS WHIZ KIDS NOW THE WORLD SERIES GIMBELS" BUTTON.
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Winning Bid:
$421.85 (Includes 18% Buyer's Premium)
Bids:
13
Bidding Ended:
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Wednesday, September 23, 2020 9:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
Auction #230 Part I
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Item Description
1.5" without maker. Local issue sponsored by Gimbel's dept. store encouraging the Philadelphia Phillies in their upcoming World Series games. The 1950 Philadelphia Phillies, a/k/a the "Whiz Kids" won the National League pennant with a record of 91-63 under manager Eddie Sawyer. The offense was led by future National Baseball Hall of Famer Richie Ashburn, while the pitching staff was led by fellow Cooperstown selectee Robin Roberts. The Phillies would fall to the mighty New York Yankees in four straight games during the 1950 World Series. NM. Paul Muchinsky Collection Book Example.  
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