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Originally Posted by Hankphenom
This jersey was never worn by Walter Johnson, and it's surprising that Leland's would try to pass this off as one. It's certainly not from 1911, which had a large seraph "W". This "W" is close to that used in 1907-1909, but not exactly, and the piping doesn't match, either. It's instructive that Leland's couldn't find a photo, and there is no authentication. Is a good story worth 10 grand? Not so far.
Hank Thomas
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Hi Hank,
Thanks for weighing in on this topic. You are always a wealth of knowledge on all things Walter Johnson for obvious reasons.
Happy holidays!