The Elmer Lach Auction - October 2006
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/24/2006
An original vice-president of the Philadelphia Flyers and later president of the Spectrum, Lou Scheinfeld was presented with this magnificent memento after the Flyers became the first expansion team to win the Stanley Cup in the spring of 1974. After a 112-point regular season, Philly swept past Atlanta, took seven games to edge the Rangers and then beat the highly favored Bruins in six games. Bobby Clarke’s two goals in game 2 in Boston, including the overtime winner, were key and Conn Smythe Trophy winner Bernie Parent allowed only three goals in the three wins on Spectrum ice, capping things off with a magical 1-0 shutout in the Cup-clincher. The on-ice celebrations and Stanley Cup parade will never be forgotten by Flyer faithful who witnessed them or who took part. Mr. Scheinfeld’s diamond and gold keepsake from that memorable, ultimate season features a huge diamond incorporated into the Flyers logo on the tableau, surrounded by “Stanley Cup Champions” and two smaller diamonds. One shank features a raised image of the Clarence Campbell Bowl, the words “West Div. Champions” and the team’s “50-16-12” record. “Scheinfeld” is above and “V.P.” below. The opposite side includes an image of Lord Stanley’s coveted trophy, the NHL logo, the name of the team and “1974”. Oh, what a year to remember! Size 11 ring is stamped “Balfour 14K” on the interior of the band where a scripted “Lou Scheinfeld” is engraved. Exhibiting moderate wear, the ring is in excellent condition. A seldom-offered championship ring and one that will excite Flyer/ring collectors, it will be accompanied by Lou Scheinfeld’s signed letter of authenticity.
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