FALL 2012 Auction
Wed, Nov 14, 2012 09:00PM EST - Sun, Dec 2, 2012 12:00PM EST
Lot 613
STERLING SILVER BAT PRESENTED TO DIXIE WALKER BY WALTER OMALLEY IN 1971 IN RECOGNITION OF WALKER¢
Unsold
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Louisville Sluggers have long been the bat of choice by most Major League ballplayers therefore it was only appropriate that in 1949 the company began the practice of honoring each League's annual batting champion with the presentation of the coveted "Silver Bat" award. The significance of the honor was reflected by the expense incurred in producing them as early examples were expertly crafted in sterling silver.
In 1971 Dodgers owner Walter OMalley sought to acknowledge an important achievement in his teams history that being Dixie Walkers 1944 NL batting title. Because Walkers achievement pr-dated the issuance of silver bats OMalley rectified the matter by having the offered item produced. This full size H&B Louisville Slugger model 125 Dixie Walker signature model bat bat finely crafted in sterling silver by Hillerich and Bradsby was issued in 1971 in recognition of Walker leading the National League in 1944 with a .357 batting average. Dixie Walker was a popular outfielder often described as The Peoples Choice for the Brooklyn Dodgers during the 1940s. Walker hit his stride with the Dodgers from 1939 to 1947. While navigating the difficult right field wall in Ebbets Field Walker played a key role in the Brooklyn pennants of 1941 and 1947. Walker followed up his batting title in 1944 by leading the league in RBI (124) the following year. After the 1947 season and some controversy surrounding Robinson coming to Brooklyn Walker was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates where he played for two more seasons.
This fabulous presentation piece honors one of baseballs greatest individual achievements and will also increase ones precious metals portfolio at the same time. Near Mint condition. Weight: 54 ounces. Marked International Sterling with hallmark on barrel end.
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