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1902 Opening of Palace of the Fans Cincinnati Silver Season Pass....
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1902 Opening of Palace of the Fans Cincinnati Silver Season Pass. A clear contender for the title of "Best in Class" in the category of silver season passes is this simply remarkable artifact issued to Pittsburgh Daily Dispatch sportswriter Frank B. McQuiston. Though this gorgeous example of Victorian era craftsmanship afforded McQuiston free entry to a season's worth of Reds home games, the more specific purpose of this scarce keepsake was as an invitation to the May 16th dedication of the brand new Palace of the Fans, which served as the club's home field between 1902 and 1912 when Crosley Field was christened on the same ground. One can't help but be stunned by the outrageous detail of the park's ornate grandstand that is faithfully reproduced here in silver, complete with waving flags and miniature ballplayers scattered before a teaming crowd of spectators. McQuiston's name is likewise rendered with the matchless artistry, and an engraved serial number of "87" appears at upper right. The gorgeously struck sterling silver keepsake measures 2.5x3.75" and remains in fine, undamaged condition.Auction Info
2013 May 2 - 4 Vintage Sports Collectible Signature Auction - Dallas #7075 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
May, 2013
2nd-4th
Thursday-Saturday
Internet/Mail Bids: 20
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