Petco Park Opening Day Pin (April 8, 2004)
Opening Day pin from Petco Park’s debut in 2004, where Tony Gwynn helped usher in a new era for Padres baseball.
Description
Commemorative pin marking the grand opening of Petco Park on April 8, 2004—an event that symbolized a new chapter for the San Diego Padres. Fittingly, Tony Gwynn delivered a speech at the opening ceremony, honoring his enduring connection to the franchise and the city. Outside the stadium, the “Mr. Padre” statue now stands as a permanent tribute to his legacy. This pin captures the celebration of a ballpark Gwynn helped inspire—both in spirit and in stone.
Dimensions: 1.5" x 2"
All dimensions are approximate.
Disclaimer: Condition may vary slightly from photos, with unique marks that highlight the item’s authenticity as a career artifact. This item features a silver OVD, verifying its authenticity through the Tony Gwynn Estate. A TRuEST™ authenticator was not on-site to witness its awarding, which is why this item does not carry our gold-level witness-based authentication OVD.
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