Spring Premier Auction 2013
Wed, Apr 10, 2013 08:00PM EDT - Mon, Apr 29, 2013 12:00AM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 715
BRET SABERHAGEN'S 1985 KANSAS CITY ROYALS WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP RING (SABERHAGEN LOA)
Sold for
$73,408.80
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $20,000 |
| $300,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
In 1985 the Royals lost ten more regular season games than their World Series opponents the St. LouisCardinals but won the four games of the year that counted most. The Royals captured a dramatic 7-gameWorld Series victory over the Cardinals with K.C. superstar George Brett batting .370 for the Series. It wasteammate Bret Saberhagen however who claimed World Series MVP honors for his two complete-gamevictories. Presented is here is arguably the most significant piece of Kansas City Royals memorabilia everbrought to market Bret Saberhagens original World Series ring from that memorable 1985 season. ARoyal-blue stone provides the backdrop to a diamond set in its center. Encircling the blue stone are 21smaller diamonds. The perimeter of the face reads WORLD CHAMPIONS - ROYALS 1985. The shanksdisplay Royals a relief of the World Series trophy the Royals emblem Saberhagens name and hisnumber (31). The interior band is marked LGB 10K. Moderate but not excessive wear is evident. This isan incredible showpiece from the one and only world championship in the history of the Royals franchisefrom arguably that teams most dominant force.
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