1932 Sam Byrd NY Yankees World Championship Players Ring
(Exceedingly Rare • Family LOA)
The 1932 New York Yankees World Series Ring: A Symbol of Triumph
A Historic Season for the Yankees
In the annals of baseball history, the 1932 New York Yankees stand as a testament to excellence and dominance. After a surprising three-year pennant drought, the Yankees ascended once more to the pinnacle of the American League, finishing an impressive 13 games ahead of the second-place Philadelphia Athletics. This formidable team boasted a roster featuring nine future Hall of Famers, including the legendary Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, under the astute management of Joe McCarthy. The Yankees’ journey culminated in the 1932 Fall Classic, where they faced the National League champions, the Chicago Cubs.
The Legendary “Called Shot”
The 1932 World Series is immortalized in baseball lore, particularly for Babe Ruth’s iconic “Called Shot” during Game 3 in Chicago. Amidst a cacophony of heckling, Ruth confidently pointed to the outfield before launching a Charlie Root pitch over the center field wall. This moment, followed by a home run from Lou Gehrig, propelled the Yankees to a 7-5 victory and a commanding 3-0 series lead. The Yankees ultimately swept the Cubs, outscoring them by 18 runs, to secure their seventh World Series title.
The 1932 World Series Ring
This exquisite size 9.5, 14k gold players ring, weighing 28 grams, was presented to outfielder Samuel Byrd following the Yankees’ triumphant victory in the 1932 World Series. Known as “Babe Ruth’s Legs” for his frequent role as a pinch runner for The Bambino, Sam Byrd’s contribution to the team is commemorated in this remarkable piece of baseball memorabilia.
- Design: The top panel of the ring is inscribed with “NEW YORK YANKEES WORLD CHAMPIONS,” encircling a .66-carat round-cut diamond.
- Symbolism: Both side panels feature a casted image of a baseball above an eagle with a stars and stripes shield, with “1932” below in relief.
- Engravings: The inside of the ring is stamped “B&G 14K” and engraved with the player name “Samuel Byrd.”
- Condition: The ring is in EX-NM condition, exhibiting moderate wear, and is accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity from the Byrd Family.
A Piece of Baseball History
This ring is not merely a piece of jewelry; it is a tangible connection to one of the most storied teams in baseball history. The 1932 Yankees, with their constellation of Hall of Famers, represent an era of unparalleled success and legendary moments. For collectors and enthusiasts, this ring offers an opportunity to own a piece of that legacy, a symbol of triumph and excellence in the world of sports memorabilia.
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