2023 SPRING PREMIER AUCTION
Wed, Apr 12, 2023 08:00PM EDT - Sun, Apr 30, 2023 07:26AM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 247
Frank Torre Rawlings Gold Glove Award Presented to Him on His 50th Birthday (12/30/1981) - Torre LOA
Sold for
$1,172.40
Sold Price includes BP
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Frank Torre, older brother of Hall of Famer Joe, had a stellar seven-year career in the big leagues, hitting .273 with a reputation as a top defensive first baseman for the Milwaukee Braves and Philadelphia Phillies. He started 85 games for the '57 World Champion Braves and hit two homers in the Fall Classic against the Yankees as Milwaukee won its only title before leaaving for Atlanta.
Among his post playing career occupations, Torre became the president of Rawlings sporting goods. For his 50th birthday celebration on Dec. 30, 1981, Rawlings presented Frank with this honorary Gold Glove Award. The 16" by 18" wooden base features applied brass placards including one that reads "Frank Torre 12-30-81 50 Golden Years". Three-pronged pedestals support two gold-painted baseballs flanking the trademark Rawlings gold-painted glove that resides as the centerpiece. The award remains in fine condition with minor wear from handling. Includes letter of provenance from Frank Torre.
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