1967 Willie McCovey San Francisco Giants Game-Used Road Flannel Jersey

Willie McCovey’s 1967 San Francisco Giants Jersey: A Legendary Piece of Baseball History

A Tribute to a Baseball Icon

Willie McCovey, a name synonymous with power and precision in the realm of Major League Baseball, left an indelible mark on the sport. Over his illustrious 22-year career, McCovey amassed a staggering 521 home runs and over 2,200 hits. His prowess at the plate was unmatched, leading the National League in home runs three times and RBIs twice. Notably, he dominated the league in slugging percentage for three consecutive years from 1968 to 1970. His remarkable achievements earned him the National League MVP honors in 1969, a decade after being named the National League Rookie of the Year in 1959.

The Jersey’s Unique Features

This exceptional jersey, worn by McCovey during the 1967 season, is a testament to his legendary career. The front left tail proudly displays the Wilson manufacturer’s tag, size “44,” complete with washing instructions. Adjacent to this is a felt strip tag, elegantly embroidered with the year “1967” in black. In the rear collar, another felt strip tag bears the player name “McCovey,” meticulously stitched in black chain stitching. Adding to its authenticity, the player number “44” is handwritten twice in black period-faded marker.

• Team Name: Across the chest, the jersey reads “SAN FRANCISCO” in bold lettering.
• Player Number: The iconic number “44” is prominently displayed across the back.
• Material: All numbering and lettering are crafted in black on orange tackle twill, showcasing the team’s colors.

This jersey is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows outstanding use.

A Piece of Baseball Memorabilia

For collectors and enthusiasts, this jersey is not just a piece of fabric; it is a fragment of baseball history. The significance of owning such a piece is immeasurable, as it represents the legacy of a player who was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on the first ballot in 1986. McCovey’s number 44 is retired by the San Francisco Giants, further cementing his status as a baseball legend.

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* This text was generated from the original auction listing.