Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction - March 2007
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/27/2007
This creamy dureen New York Raiders sweater was worn during the 1972-73 season by Ted Scharf. In 1973-74, Scharf made the move along with the franchise to New Jersey. The team was renamed the Knights and the circular Raiders crest was removed and replaced with the horse-head “K” logo. The journey continued as the Knights pulled up stakes once more, making San Diego their home for 1974-75. The Mariners re-used these jerseys in pre-season play and pulled the Knights crests off in favor of the angled “San Diego” cascading down the chest. Holding the jersey up to the light reveals the shape and stitch outlines of the two previous crests. The name and numbers on the back are all original as Ted wore this shirt with the Raiders, Knights and Mariners. Tie neck with washing instructions label marked size “50” and Gerry Cosby tag in the collar. “Scharf” in letters sewn directly onto the back (no plate). Nice game wear with good stick marks and interior pilling. A perfect example of the common practice of recycling throughout the upstart league. Cross, not one, but three styles off your needs list with a single purchase. This jersey has recently been restored with the addition of a vintage and original New York Raiders team crest. Wow!
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