Wanted to thank everyone again for showing your pins in the earlier thread. I learned a lot. That's why I'm posting this one....to learn more. I have these two, Reds and Tigers and based on their apparent age I figured that they were associated with the 1940 World Series. That is until I saw one for Pittsburg. Can anyone tell me anything about these? When were they distributed? How? Why? Appreciate your help.

I'm surprised no one has any thoughts on these. Have any of you seen any others besides the Reds, Tigers or Pirates?

I would guess it dates to the 30s or 40s but that is a complete guess. I don't think there is any info available on them. There isn't an example in Hake's or Muchinsky's books. Sorry

David- I've seen one of these before. It came with a group of other items from the Ralph Winegarner estate. He played in the 30's and 40's. I don't know what his connection to Detroit was unless it was as a scout or coach. I purchased another Tigers item from him that was in this group also.

Clint

I'm guessing that if the only one you've ever seen came from a player's estate then these were probably items only given to players. If Mike and I have never seen one and you've only seen one other I'm guessing these are pretty rare.

I've seen two Reds ones, one Tigers and one Pirates. I love the pin, but was just wondering about their origins. Thanks for the help.