1983 Gaylord Perry Seattle Mariners Game-Used & Autographed Road Jersey, Warm-Up Jacket & Cap
(3)(JSA • 300th Career Win Season • Graded A10)
Gaylord Perry’s 1983 Seattle Mariners Jersey: A Piece of Baseball History
A Legendary Career
Gaylord Perry, a name synonymous with excellence in Major League Baseball, was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1991. A five-time All-Star and two-time Cy Young Award winner, Perry’s career was marked by remarkable achievements, including leading the MLB in wins three times and securing 314 victories. The offered jersey is a testament to his illustrious career, worn during the 1983 season when Perry achieved his 300th win, a milestone that cements his legacy in the annals of baseball history.
Jersey Details
This exquisite piece of baseball memorabilia is a Seattle Mariners jersey from 1983, the very season Perry reached his 300th win. Beneath the rear collar, the Wilson manufacturer’s tag size “48” with washing instructions is prominently displayed. The front left tail features a strip tag reading “36 83” embroidered, while the chest proudly displays “Seattle” in blue on yellow on blue triple tackle twill. The player number “36” is emblazoned both below the chest and on the back, with the player name “PERRY” elegantly stitched across the back on a blue nameplate in navy blue tackle twill.
- Manufacturer’s Tag: Wilson size “48” with washing instructions.
- Strip Tag: “36 83” embroidered on the front left tail.
- Team Name and Number: “Seattle” and “36” in triple tackle twill.
- Player Name: “PERRY” on a blue nameplate in navy blue tackle twill.
Signatures and Provenance
Perry’s signature graces the front of the jersey in purple marker, accompanied by the inscription “Best Wishes.” The signature, in our opinion, rates a 9, adding a personal touch to this historic artifact. This jersey is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows appropriate use. The accompanying jacket and cap, also signed by Perry, further enhance the collection’s value. The jacket features the “Mariners” name in yellow on white tackle twill, while the cap bears the Mariners team logo and Perry’s signature in gold marker, rated a 6.
Accompanying Items
The jacket and cap are equally significant, with the jacket bearing the Rawlings manufacturer’s flag tag size “ADULT X-LARGE” and the cap featuring the New Era manufacturer’s tag. These items were presented to us as player-worn and show use, accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity (LOA) from JSA and an additional LOA grading the items an A10.
This collection is more than just a set of garments; it is a piece of baseball history, a tribute to Gaylord Perry’s enduring legacy. For those interested in expanding their sports memorabilia collection, this jersey offers a unique opportunity to own a fragment of MLB history. Explore our baseball auctions to discover more legendary artifacts and consider the chance to consign baseball jerseys with us.
* This text was generated from the original auction listing.