Framed tribute from the San Diego Union-Tribune honoring Tony Gwynn’s incredible contributions to the city of San Diego and the game of baseball. Unlike a simple article cutout, this framed piece features the actual newspaper printing plate used to print the tribute—highlighting Gwynn’s impact on and off the field as one of San Diego's most beloved figures.

As San Diego’s hometown hero and a key figure in the Padres organization, Gwynn’s achievements were always front-page news. This framed printing plate serves as a lasting memento of the city’s admiration for "Mr. Padre," commemorating the legacy he built over two decades with the Padres and his deep connection to San Diego. Whether celebrating his Hall of Fame induction, his eight batting titles, or his 3,000th hit, the Union-Tribune followed every step of Gwynn’s remarkable career, making this piece a truly personal and historical collector’s item.

This item was received by the Gwynn family and authenticated by TRuEST™ Authentication, ensuring its authenticity and connection to Tony Gwynn’s legacy.

Dimensions:

29.5 x 20.5 x 1

At the time of its use or awarding, this item was not witnessed by a TRuEST™ authenticator. The provenance has been provided by the Tony Gwynn Estate, which is why it has received our Silver authentication.