1987 Padres Tony Gywnn Batting Championship Ring COA Provenance Letter & Appraisal

In 1987, Tony Gwynn won his second batting title that season after hitting .370. It was the highest average in the NL since Stan Musial hit .376 in 1948.  He also stole 56 bases and became the first NL player to hit .370 and steal 50 bases. He had a hit in 82 percent of the 155 games he batted. His 218 hits also led the league. His average, hits, runs and triples were all Padre records. Although he only hit seven homers, Gwynn was second in the league with 26 intentional walks, which was indicative of the reverence for his hitting prowess.

In order to commemorate the amazing accomplishment of winning his second batting title in 1987, Tony Gwynn commissioned special gold rings in order for people to share in his, hardwork, pride and success. This is one of those rings that was available. A personal note from Gwynn and signed by him, accompanies the ring for provenance.

The Jewelers Appraisal details: 1987 Tony Gwynn batting championship ring set is 10k yellow gold and set into the center of a 14mm x 12mm rectangle cushion tablet black onyx gemstone is one round brilliant cut cubic zerconia gemstone measuring 6mm. Embossed around the center is, “MAJOR LEAGUE CHAMPION 1987”. Embossed on one flank is “GWYNN” along with the image of an eagle and “SD” and “19”. Embossed on the other flank is “370 AVERAGE – 2ND BATTING CHAMPIONSHIP – 218 HITS – 119 RUNS – 56 S.B.” The inside of the ring is engraved, “C. HIPSACK”. It weighs in at 31.2 grams and is a size 11.

Authentication: Provenance Letter Signed by Gwynn and Jewelers Apprasial.