Lot 348
1977 National League Champions Ring. Under new manager Tom Lasorda and behind the hitting of Steve Garvey, the Dodgers dominated the National League the entire 1977 season and met Philadelphia in the Championship Series. After Philadelphia took the first game, the Dodgers came back and won the next three games, taking advantage of the Phillies' inability to capitalize on hits. Although the Yankees beat the Dodgers in the World Series, 1977 marked the beginning of a new era in Dodger ball.
A gorgeous National League Champions ring with Gilliam's name and number on one shank with a Dodger emblem and a depiction of the Dodger jet on the other (signifying an away win). A dark blue stone in the center of a baseball diamond is surrounded by four diamonds indicating the bases and home.
This is James Gilliam's last worn championship ring. His passing in October 1978, just as the Dodgers were getting ready to face the New York Yankees in the World Series, ended one of the longest and most memorable Dodger careers ever.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.
From the Estate of James "Junior" Gilliam.
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| Realized $4,370 |
