Auction Watch: Lelands - July 2014
Bidding in Lelands Spring Catalogue Auction concluded last week, July 25th. Below are a few Phillies-related highlights:
Lot #719 - 2008 Phillies World Series Ring
There are rings, then there are RINGS! And, if you're looking to make a statement - this one is for you! Besides being a special piece of Phillies history, the 2008 World Series Ring is huge, and loaded with diamonds. I was hoping to offer more of a jeweler's description of the ring, but didn't get much help from Lelands. Bottom line: It's awesome. Final bid: $17,047.
Lot #772 - 1985 Steve Carlton Game Used Jersey
Though sourced from one of his "down" years, a Steve Carlton gamer is still a marquee item for anyone's collection. This maroon pinstriped, home jersey shows a lot of use (especially for a pitcher) and proper tagging for 1985. Final bid: $4,070.
Lot #788 - 2010 Ryan Howard Game Used Jersey
The Ryan Howard jersey was a resale lot - previously auctioned by Hunt Auctions (11/9/13). Thanks to exposure that Lelands can provide, the seller was able to turn a nice profit - selling for a high bid that was $200 more than the original offering. Like the Carlton jersey, this one shows a lot of game use. I always wondered why they wash some, and others are just sold as-is... Final bid: $855.