Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction - March 2007
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/27/2007
Rare is definitely one of the words to describe this simple but oh so special piece of memorabilia from the landmark eight-game series between the NHL’s best players and the elite skaters from the Soviet Union. What was expected to be a cakewalk for Team Canada turned into an uphill battle that gripped an entire nation and in the end, helped solidify national unity as the Canadians rallied in heroic fashion to narrowly win the series. Alan Eagleson, NHL Players Association executive director who was responsible for the players agreeing to take part and who was a driving force behind the historical series, thought it was quite a formidable gesture when Johnny Esaw of CTV presented him with this ring following one of the games in Moscow. Like the ones presented to the “player of the game”, the gold ring features crossed hockey sticks supporting Canadian and USSR flags, with “1972” beneath the stick blades which have “Canada” and “USSR” on them respectively. A nice scripted “R. Alan Eagleson” appears on the interior of the band where “14K” is also present. Size 9 ring exhibits light to moderate wear and was worn and kept with pride. One of the highlights of Alan Eagleson’s Summit Series collection, the captivating treasure will be accompanied by his signed letter of authenticity.
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