Fall Premier Auction 2014
Wed, Nov 19, 2014 09:00PM EST - Sun, Dec 7, 2014 12:00PM EST
Timed Auction
Lot 898
JOHN W. "BAKE" BAKER (USC 1928-31) 1983 ORIGINAL NATIONAL FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CERTIFICATE (NSM COLLECTION)
Sold for
$435.60
Sold Price includes BP
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John W. Bake Baker played college football at the University of Southern California where he was a two-time All-American at guard. He played in the 1930 and 32 Rose Bowls kicking five points after touchdowns and even kicked the winning 33-yard field goal with one minute to go in USC's game against Notre Dame in 1931. It marked USCs first victory at South Bend. This lot includes a National Football Foundation and Hall of Fame certificate that was awarded to Baker upon his election on January 9 1983. The award states: John W. Bake Baker USC Guard 1928-31 has been granted the highest honors of the National Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his outstanding playing ability as demonstrated in intercollegiate competition his sportsmanship integrity character and contribution to the sport of football this certificate bears witness that his name shall be forever honored in the National Football Hall of Fame. The framed certificate measures 19 wide by 25 high and is signed by Fred Russell former Chairman of the Honors Court of the National Football Hall of Fame.
Includes Letter of Provenance from the Newport Sports Museum.
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