Description
Brass key to the City of Long Beach, CA,a special honor bestowed upon Tony Gwynn, commemorating his roots in the city where he grew up and developed into one of baseball’s greatest hitters. The key features the City of Long Beach embossed along the shaft on one side and "California" on the other. At the top of the key is the seal of the city, with “LB” at the end, symbolizing Gwynn’s deep connection to his hometown.
Gwynn attended Long Beach Polytechnic High School, where his athletic talents began to blossom before he went on to star in both baseball and basketball at San Diego State University. This key is not only a symbol of the city’s pride in one of its most famous sons, but also a testament to Gwynn’s lasting legacy both on and off the field.
For collectors, this key represents a unique and personal piece of memorabilia, celebrating Gwynn’s humble beginnings in Long Beach and his journey to becoming a Hall of Famer. It’s a connection to the community that helped shape the man known as "Mr. Padre."
Dimensions:
6 x 4 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.
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