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Lot # 259: 1957 "Latin American Stars in the Major Leagues", Ozzie Virgil Honored at the Ballpark

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Item was in Auction "May Collectors Auction 2024",
which ran from 4/27/2024 8:00 PM to
5/11/2024 8:00 PM



1957 Photograph of Ozzie Virgil from the New York Giants as he was being honored at the ballpark as the "Dominican of the Year" along with other players and dignitaries. He is pictured alongside Negro Leaguer Valmy Thomas and other dignitaries. Issued by the International News and stamped on the back with a full paper caption as well. An important piece of integration history and the genesis of Latin American domination in baseball.

Size: 7x9.25
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 4/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 9/10

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