Hank Aaron Silver Bat Award bat

Date1959

DescriptionSilver trophy bat with inscribed lettering in the center of the barrel, "Batting Champion 1959 / National League / B.A .355," and inscribed lettering at the end of the barrel, "Genuine / Henry Aaron / Louisville Slugger."

Bio/Historical NoteSilver Bat Award presented to Hank Aaron in 1959 for being the National League Batting Champion with an average of .355.

Object numberB-1988-0003

Artist, Creator, or Manufacturer Louisville Slugger

Subject Aaron, Hank, 1934-2021

Subject Milwaukee Braves (Baseball team)

Attributes

Classificationsawards

Dimensions30 in.

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