FS 1888 Boston Nationals Stock Certificate**$old**
1888 Boston Baseball Association Capital Stock 1 Share Certificate. This was the 140th share issued in the Boston National League team that eventually became the Boston, Milwaukee and finally, Atlanta Braves.
Signed by Treasurer and part owner James "J.B." Billings as well as team President and Owner Arthur Soden.
Dated March 16, 1888.
Arthur Soden is credited with inventing the "Reserve Clause" in 1880, which forced players to remain with the same club for as long as that club desired to "reserve" their service. In essence preventing free agency.
$500.00 includes shipping. Paypal F&F preferred.
Now $old
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You are a child of the universe,
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Strive to be happy.
Last edited by wolf441; 04-29-2021 at 07:03 PM.
Reason: Price reduction
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