Charlie Gehringer Ward’s Sporties Baseball Pin 1934

Widely regarded as one of the greatest second basemen of all time, Charlie Gehringer compiled a .320 batting average and had seven seasons with more than 200 hits. The left-handed hitting, right-handed throwing star was the American League batting champion in 1937 with a .371 average and was also named the American League’s Most Valuable Player. He was among the Top 10 vote recipients in the Most Valuable Player voting for seven straight years from 1932 to 1938.

“The Mechanical Man” is showcased on this rare 1934 Ward’s Sporties Charlie Gehringer pin. The front of this 1-1/4″ celluloid portrayal shows some discoloration, with oxidation on the reverse. Overall, a nice piece from a great era of baseball.

Vintage Charlie Gehringer Ward’s Sporties Baseball Pin 1934