1975-76 Rod Gilbert NY Rangers Game-Used Durene Jersey
(Sourced From MSG Comptroller • Team Repairs & Rare 50th Patch)
Rod Gilbert’s Iconic New York Rangers Jersey: A Piece of Hockey History
A Legendary Career
Rod Gilbert, a name synonymous with the New York Rangers, was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1982. As the first player in Rangers history to have his number retired, Gilbert’s legacy is etched in the annals of hockey history. He holds the Rangers’ team records for career goals (406), career points (1021), and games played by a forward (1065), making him a true icon of the sport.
The Jersey’s Unique Features
This extraordinary jersey is a testament to Gilbert’s illustrious career. Inside the back collar, the GERRY Cosby manufacturer label is prominently displayed, with remnants of a size tag adjacent. The left breast proudly bears the Rangers’ 50th-anniversary patch, a symbol of the team’s storied past. The team name RANGERS is emblazoned diagonally across the front, while the player number 7 appears on the front, back, and both sleeves. The player name GILBERT is showcased across the back, all crafted in blue on red tackle twill.
Condition and Provenance
The jersey is a remarkable piece of hockey memorabilia, showing signs of its storied past. It features repairs on the sleeves, unprepared holes, and stick marks throughout, with the fight strap intact. Images from the 1975-76 season reveal a unique trait in the way Gilbert wore his tie strings, adding to the jersey’s authenticity. This jersey is properly tagged, presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows excellent wear.
- Historical Significance: Worn by Rod Gilbert, a Hall of Famer and Rangers legend.
- Unique Provenance: Sourced from a former Madison Square Garden Comptroller, along with other NY Rangers and Knicks game-used jerseys over 30 years ago.
- Condition and Story: The wear and tear tell a story of Gilbert’s tenacity and skill on the ice.
A Rare Opportunity
This jersey is being offered for the first time at public auction, presenting a rare opportunity for collectors and fans alike. As part of our sports memorabilia auctions, this piece is not just a jersey; it is a fragment of hockey history, a symbol of Rod Gilbert’s enduring legacy with the New York Rangers. For those looking to consign hockey jerseys or explore more NHL memorabilia, Grey Flannel Auctions offers unparalleled expertise and a commitment to preserving the stories behind each artifact.
Embrace the chance to own a piece of history and celebrate the remarkable career of Rod Gilbert with this exceptional jersey.
* This text was generated from the original auction listing.