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1887-90 N172 Old Judge John Ward (#478-7) SGC VG 3 - Pop One, None Higher. John Ward was much more than your typical athlete. During his 17-year career, Ward played shortstop, pitched and managed for Providence, Brooklyn and New York. Graduating from Columbia Law School in 1885, Ward understood the business of baseball and was a champion of the unpopular concept of player's rights. Ward challenged the player's clause which eventually led to the formation of the short-lived Players League in 1890. A baseball pioneer, Ward has nine poses in the series. Offered is pose: #478-7 Hands behind back. Caption: Capt. J. WARD, S. S. N. Ys. Graded SGC VG 3. Photo quality: Excellent-.This is the highest graded example by SGC confirmed for this pose.

Auction Info

Auction Dates
December, 2024
5th-7th Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 21
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
20% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Dec 5, 2024 for: $3,360.00
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