This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/6/2015
With game worn examples selling in excess of $125,000+, this lot will afford one lucky collection the opportunity to add an authentic 1968 Cubs jersey to their collection. Issued as a salesman sample, this shirt was designed as a marketing aid for Wilson sales reps to drum up company business. Possibly a Chicago area salesman would have carried this shirt on various sales calls.
The Wilson body shell is professional quality. The Wilson Cubs patch, and “14” on reverse is consistent with what Ernie Banks would have worn on the field. The distinguishing fact of this shirt versus a gamer is:
1. Lack of strip tag in collar
2. Addition of “A4500-P65” tag on front
Unique opportunity to add a vintage, 1968 Ernie Banks Wilson shirt to your collection.
(84L0997)
(MEARS Auction LOA)