Summer Slam Collectibles Aug'26
Lot 205:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! This is a vintage wood baseball bat manufactured by Gold Smith. The barrel features stamped markings reading SPECIAL Leaguer above JOE DI MAGGIO MODEL in block capitals. The center brand area is stamped with the manufacturer mark Gold Smith Product and the model number NO. 38C. The bat is constructed from a single piece of wood, presenting a natural light brown finish. It represents a vintage store model or retail bat from the mid-20th century, celebrating Hall of Fame New York Yankees outfielder Joe DiMaggio.
Condition report:
The bat exhibits a darkened natural wood patina and wear consistent with age and use. There are numerous surface scuffs, scratches, and minor indentations throughout the barrel, handle, and knob. The stamped markings on the barrel and center brand show some fading and loss of pigment but remain legible. A small piece of white adhesive residue is present on the center brand area. No major structural cracks or splits are visually apparent.
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