1979 Pete Rose Philadelphia Phillies Game-Used & Autographed Pinstripe Home Uniform

Pete Rose’s 1979 Game-Used Uniform: A Testament to Baseball Greatness

An Iconic Piece of Baseball History

Pete Rose, a name synonymous with baseball excellence, stands as the MLB all-time leader in hits with an astonishing 4,256. His illustrious career is decorated with numerous accolades, including three World Series championships and a World Series MVP honor. Rose’s prowess on the field earned him three regular season National League MVP awards and a place on the MLB’s All-Century Team. As a three-time NL batting champion, his legacy is etched in the annals of baseball history.

Details of the 1979 Game-Used Uniform

This remarkable uniform, presented to us as game-used, is a vivid reminder of Rose’s legendary career. The front left tail of the jersey features a “Wilson” size “44” manufacturer’s tag with washing instructions, accompanied by a white strip tag embroidered with “79 1” in navy blue chain-stitching. Inside the rear collar fold, a white strip tag bears the player name, “Rose”, also in navy blue chain-stitching.

The uniform proudly displays the team’s “P” logo on the left chest, while the player number “14” graces the right chest and back. Across the back, the player name “ROSE” is emblazoned on a white nameplate, all in burgundy tackle twill. Rose’s signature adorns the team’s “P” logo, inscribed with a personal message: “To Dave, My good wishes”. In our opinion, this signature rates a 5 overall.

Condition and Provenance

• Intact Zipper: The zipper remains intact, a testament to the uniform’s preservation.
• Staining: Notable staining is present on the neck collar and right sleeve, indicative of its game use.
• Additional Tags: Inside the waistband, adjacent to the button and zipper path, is a “Wilson” size “32” manufacturer’s tag with washing instructions, and a flag tag reading, “32 1-2 INS”.
• Embroidery: A white strip tag with, “Rose 79 2 25” is embroidered in navy blue chain-stitching.

This uniform is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used, and in our opinion, shows outstanding use. Accompanied by an LOA from JSA and a letter from PM&G, this piece is authenticated by a new hobby service for game-used material, PM&G. More information can be found at Photo-Match.com.

Why This Uniform Matters

Owning this uniform is not just about possessing a piece of fabric; it is about holding a fragment of baseball history. This uniform represents Pete Rose’s unparalleled achievements and his indelible impact on the sport. For collectors and enthusiasts, this is an opportunity to own a piece of baseball memorabilia that celebrates the legacy of one of the game’s greatest players.

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* This text was generated from the original auction listing.