Winter Premier Auction 2017
Wed, Jan 4, 2017 04:00PM EST - Sat, Jan 21, 2017 11:00PM EST
Timed Auction
Lot 362
2008 PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS 14K GOLD RING (TEAM STRENGTH COACH LOA)
Sold for
$12,426
Sold Price includes BP
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The 2008 Philadelphia Phillies were loaded with talent and won thefranchise's first World Series since 1980's club with Mike Schmidt andSteve Carlton. It was the city of Philadelphia's first pro sports titlein 25 years dating to the Dr. J-led 76ers in '83. Anchored by the corethreesome of Jimmy Rollins Chase Utley and Ryan Howard on the infieldand ace lefty Cole Hamels. the fabulous Phils won the N.L. East witha record of 92-70 and knocked out Brewers (3-1) and Dodgers (4-1) to winthe pennant before defeating the Tampa Bay Rays (4-1) in the FallClassic. Presented here is a gorgeous 2008 World Series ring issued toPhillies strength and conditioning coach Wladimir Martinez.
Themaker Masters of Design goes into great detail to describe itscomposition symbolic design and striking aesthetics. In their wordsthe ring is 14 karat white gold and contains 103 diamonds totaling 3.84karats. The 103 diamonds represent the team's 92 regular season and 11postseason wins in 2008. The top of the ring is crowned with a rubyinlay and the Phillies signature "P" inset with diamonds and sittingupon a panel of pavé set bright cut diamonds. The title "WorldChampions" is written along the ring's top and bottom outer rim alsobordered in diamonds. The left shank features "MARTINEZ" and "Phillies"in script across Philadelphia's most identifiable landmark the LibertyBell. The bell and clangor are inlaid with 11 diamonds for the team's11 wins in the postseason. Crossed bats appear directly beneath thebell. The right shank has "2008" with two diamond baguettes placedwithin the zeros to signify the club's two championships. TheWorld Series trophy rising out of Citizens Bank Park is flanked by the opposingteam logos ("P" and "TB") with final score in games ("4-1") indicated. Inside the band is stamped "14K" to denote the white gold content.
The ring is a large size 12.5 and weighs 86 grams with a total of 3.84 carats of diamond. It shows no visible wear and presents majestically. It comes in its original pristine cherry wood presentation box etched "Philadelphia Phillies 2008 World Champions" on the glass top (light scratching on surface) with recipient's name on a white label at base as well as the white cardboard box used to ship the ringfrom the maker. Also included is an official 2010 appraisal of $10500for the precious metal and gemstone value alone as noted by theappraiser (nothing added for its intrinsic value). A truly exceptional example for a Phillies collector or any baseball aficionado.
LOA from strength coach Wladimir Martinez.
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