1981 Robert Parish Boston Celtics Championship Ring

Robert Parish’s 1981 NBA Championship Ring: A Testament to Celtics Glory

A Legendary Season for the Boston Celtics

In the 1980-81 NBA season, the Boston Celtics, under the strategic brilliance of Red Auerbach, fortified their roster with the acquisition of Kevin McHale and Robert Parish. This move created a formidable front line alongside Larry Bird, forming what is now celebrated as “The Big Three.” This trio would go on to etch their names in the annals of basketball history, leading the Celtics to numerous victories and championships.

The 1981 playoffs were a testament to the Celtics’ prowess. After a decisive sweep of the Chicago Bulls in the Conference Semifinals, the Celtics faced off against the Philadelphia 76ers in a gripping Eastern Finals rematch. Overcoming a 1-3 deficit, the Celtics triumphed in seven games, echoing their 1968 playoff comeback. This victory set the stage for a showdown with the Houston Rockets in the NBA Finals.

The 1981 NBA Finals: A Battle of Titans

The Celtics faced the Houston Rockets, a team that had defied expectations by reaching the Finals for the first time. The series was fiercely contested, with each team securing a victory in the first two games. However, the Celtics’ dominance was undeniable as they clinched a 23-point victory in Game 3 and ultimately secured their 14th NBA Championship with a decisive win in Game 6.

The Championship Ring: A Symbol of Triumph

This exquisite size 12.5, 14k gold players ring, weighing 35 grams, was presented to Hall of Famer Robert Parish following the Celtics’ victory over the Rockets. It marks the first of three championships Parish would win during his illustrious 14-season tenure with the Celtics. The ring’s top panel proudly reads “NBA WORLD CHAMPIONS,” encircling a magnificent .50-carat round-cut diamond set atop a green synthetic stone.

• Right Panel: Features the player name “PARISH” above a green enameled clover, symbolizing the Celtics, with “XIV” denoting the team’s 14th championship.
• Left Panel: Displays “1981” alongside a green enameled official NBA logo, with the word “TEAMWORK” engraved below.
• Interior: Stamped with “BALFOUR 14K,” attesting to its craftsmanship.

The ring remains in NRMT condition, exhibiting only light wear, and is accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity from Robert Parish himself.

A Piece of Basketball History

This championship ring is not merely a piece of jewelry; it is a tangible representation of the Celtics’ storied legacy and Robert Parish’s remarkable career. As one of the NBA’s most dominant centers and a Top 50 Player, Parish’s contributions to the game are immortalized in this ring.

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