1909 S74 Baseball Silks - George Gibson, Pittsburgh Pirates

Description: 1909 S74 Baseball Silks - George Gibson, Pittsburgh Pirates - SGC A On the Set - The S74 Baseball Silks emerged as a novel baseball advertising product during the bustling baseball card era of 1909. Unlike the conventional cardboard baseball cards, the S74 set consisted of small silk pieces distributed inside tobacco products from Helmar, Old Mill, Red Sun, and Turkey Red. The silks showcase images of baseball players, actresses, and various personalities beyond the sports realm. The baseball player images on these silks closely resemble those found in the T205 tobacco card set or the end panels from the T202 Hassan Triple Folders set. Delicate in nature and initially intended to be sewn into blankets or pillows, many of these silks have not endured the passage of time since their original release. They come in two different types: some printed on white silk (sometimes referred to as S74-1) and others on colored silk pieces (S74-2). These silks typically measure around 2 inches in width by 3 inches in height, although their sizes may vary significantly due to irregular cutting. On the Player - George C. Gibson (1880-1967) was a Canadian-born Major League Baseball catcher who played for the Pittsburgh Pirates (1905–1916) and New York Giants (1917–1918). He was a key member of the Pirates' 1909 World Series championship team. After his playing career, Gibson managed the Pittsburgh Pirates (1920–1922, 1932–1934) and the Chicago Cubs (1925). Gibson was widely regarded as one of the premier catchers in the National League, known for his outstanding defensive skills and a strong, accurate throwing arm. He was also praised for his smart pitch-calling and his ability to control the running game. Playing during the deadball era, Gibson's defensive role was crucial, as the game featured numerous bunts, stolen base attempts, and the challenge of handling spitball pitchers. He had to manage a variety of pitches, including shine balls, spitballs, knuckleballs, and emery balls. In recognition of his contributions to the game, George Gibson was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 1987.

Price: 85 USD

Location: Jonesboro, Arkansas

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