May 25th, 2016 Summer Games Catalog Auction (#46)

Lot #619:

Early 1960s Detroit Tigers No. 46 Salesman Sample Road Prototype Jersey

On the inside of the rear collar is a “Wilson” size “46” manufacturer’s tag with washing instructions. Across the chest reads, “DETROIT” and the player number “46” appears on the back and on the right sleeve. All numbering and lettering are done in navy blue tackle twill sewn directly onto the grey jersey. This jersey is a salesman sample prototype.