Brooks Robinson and the Baltimore Orioles

[Chstrite]

Day 55 – 25 February 2024
Today I am happy to share with you two of my vintage 1954 Baltimore Oriole Steins. I think these are from 1954. It is my understanding there are at least 3 different sizes. Can anyone confirm? Show a picture a describe how different. I think the third one is smaller and wider. Both have a metal lid that lifts up. The one on the left is 8.5 inches tall and more narrow and the one on the rightt is about 8 inches tall and wider. They were both made in Germany. The steins are a bit pricy and difficult to find.

[Mark70Z]

Originally Posted by Chstrite

Day 55 – 25 February 2024
Today I am happy to share with you two of my vintage 1954 Baltimore Oriole Steins. I think these are from 1954. It is my understanding there are at least 3 different sizes. Can anyone confirm? Show a picture a describe how different. I think the third one is smaller and wider. Both have a metal lid that lifts up. The one on the left is 8.5 inches tall and more narrow and the one on the rightt is about 8 inches tall and wider. They were both made in Germany. The steins are a bit pricy and difficult to find.

I’ve heard there are at least three different sizes. I don’t have them personally, but that’s my understanding. There’s definitely a smaller one that’s about 6.5” and is the wider type.

[roarfrom34]

I think there are four sizes and my understanding is that these originated as gifts from owner Jerry Hoffberger to friends/associates circa 1965.....

[Chstrite]

Day 56 – 26 February 2024
Today, I am showing you one of my favorite items featuring Brooks Robinson. The gold ring around it looks very nice. The mug measures about 4.75 inches. This is the American Airlines Salutes mug celebrating Brooks’ 1970 World Series Championship / MVP. It also mentions Brooks as an American League All Star and 3rd Baseman. It appears the mug was made by Louis Brothers Ceramics and made in KY.

[Chstrite]

Day 57 – 27 February 2024
Today, I am showing two small dishes or ash trays from the mid-1960s. They both measure 5 inches. The one on the left simply says Baltimore Orioles while the one on the right mentions the 1966 “Champions.” The bird on this piece is the Decker Bird, created by Hal Decker in 1964. I really enjoy this bird from the mid-1960s.

[Chstrite]

Day 58 – 28 February 2024
Today I am showing a mug celebrating the 1970 World Series (Orioles vs. Cincinnati). It seems to be sponsored by Chrysler Corporation (Dodge, Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge Trucks). It measures about 5 inches. The two smaller dishes are also from Chrysler Corporation. The one on the left celebrates the 1969 World Series (Baltimore vs. New York Mets) and mentions Plymouth, Dodge, Imperial, Dodge Trucks, Simca, and Sunbeam. The plate on the right celebrates the 1969 All Star Game at RFK, which Brooks appeared in at RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C. It mentions the same Chrysler products as the other plate. Both plates measure 4 inches.

[roarfrom34]

Was able to add Gunnar Henderson on this Orioles Rookie of the Year signed/inscribed ball via a recent private signing (I don't believe many of these exist):

[Mark70Z]

Originally Posted by roarfrom34

I think there are four sizes and my understanding is that these originated as gifts from owner Jerry Hoffberger to friends/associates circa 1965.....

I’ve heard the same thing about Hoffberger giving the steins out to friends/employees. I didn’t hear about the year it was, but they are definitely early.

[Chstrite]

Day 59 – 29 February 2024
Today, I am showing some of my Oriole Advocate dishware. The small glasses are from a celebration in 1985 (25th Anniversary 1960 – 1985). They are made of glass and measure 3.5 inches. The mug is from the 1980s and has the Decker bird from the 1960s. On the back it says Hall of Fame Luncheon. The larger dish in the front with gold trim saying “The Oriole Advocates 1971” with the bird in the middle is rare and pretty expensive if you can find it. This dish makes an amazing display.

[Chstrite]

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Day 59 – 29 February 2024
Today, I am showing some of my Oriole Advocate dishware. The small glasses are from a celebration in 1985 (25th Anniversary 1960 – 1985). They are made of glass and measure 3.5 inches. The mug is from the 1980s and has the Decker bird from the 1960s. On the back it says Hall of Fame Luncheon. The larger dish in the front with gold trim saying “The Oriole Advocates 1971” with the bird in the middle is rare and pretty expensive if you can find it. This dish makes an amazing display.

[Chstrite]

Roar From 34, Really like the ROY signed balls. Great idea. Never thought of that. We have been blessed with the great Rookies. Especially like the Gunnar.

Mark70Z, The “new collectors” is a great concern for me. Those of us collecting will some day need a person to pass the stuff onto and would hate to think their will be no one interested in these historical artifacts or treasures. I personally can’t stop adding to my museum and hope our recent success will find men and women in their teens and twenties catching the vintage fever. Until then, Mark, rest assured, I will come to your yard sale any day. Amazing photo!