Chicago Cubs - Ernie Banks Photo Mint
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Ernie Banks was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1977, truly making his mark on baseball. He can now make his mark in your home or office as well, as being commemorated by the Highland Mint in this exclusive MLB Ernie Banks Photo Mint. The photo mint features Banks in a unique action photo, measuring 8 x 10. Banks had a record breaking 512 home runs. Among many other things, he had five grand slams in 1955, 47 home runs in 1958, and was the first National League player to become MVP two years in a row (58 & 59). The photo of him is mounted within the frame, and accompanied by a genuine certificate of authenticity that is serialized to match the photo. A 24 karat gold plate Chicago Cubs coin, and a 24 karat gold plate Wrigley Field coin are mounted on either side of the certificate, and measure 1.5 in diameter each. Limited to only 1,977 pieces made.
Product Code: 26162
Product description
The Highland Mint presents the Ernie Banks Photomint. Hall of Fame Induction 1977 Chicago Cubs. Ernie Banks delighted Wrigley Field fans with his long home runs, steady fielding and cheerful disposition. "Mr. Cub" belted 512 home runs, five times hitting over 40 in a single season. After smashing a record five grand slams in 1955, he belted 47 round-trippers in 1958, the most ever by a National League shortstop. He also became the first National Leaguer to win the MVP Award in consecutive years (1958 to 1959). Banks' love for the game is still exemplified by his signature phrase, "Let's play two!" Presented in laser cut double matting and a Black molded wood Frame measuring 12”x 15”. Included in the photomint is; 8X10 ACTION IMAGE: A great horizontal image of Banks swinging at the plate. 24KT GOLD CUBS COIN: features the team logo and established date. 24KT GOLD WRIGLEY FIELD COIN: Features a sculpted image of the Chicago shrine. COA: Is individually numbered and mounted between the two gold coins as well as listing his HOF Induction Date and Career Achievements. This is a limited edition of 1977 and is officially licensed by MLB.
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