Sale 13326
New York
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19 - 20 October 2016
Price realised
USD 2,500
Estimate
BIZ MACKEY PROFESSIONAL MODEL BAT A Hillerich & Bradsby, Pre Model number bat dating from the 1923-25 labeling period with the name MACKEY emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with a handle crack, a small chip on the knob, ball marks on the right, left and back barrel, some checking (grain swelling) on the front and back barrel, and cleat marks. The bat also shows evidence of having been factory side written in grease pencil Mackey 5-3-26. During the first half of the 20th Century, it was commonplace for players to send a preferred model bat back to the factory to request models of the same type. Once at the factory, it would be planed and inscribed with the length, weight, player’s name, date received and team affiliation. Legendary Negro League catcher and Hall of Famer Sam Rice (1897-1965) played for the Hilldale Daisies from 1923-1931, during the labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated by PSA/DNA. 34 in. 38 oz.
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