Press pins which have been distributed since 1911, are distributed to members of the media by the host teams for the World Series games. The press pins are made to be worn on the lapel to provide reporters access to cover the game.
The 1961 Cincinnati Reds World Series press pin made by Balfour: Threaded Post, or Charm is are worth about $100.-$175. The 1961 New York Yankees World Series press pin made by Balfour: Threaded Post, or Brooch are worth about $200.-$500.
A 1961 Cincinnati Reds World Series ashtray an rang in value from $20.00 to over $60.00. The value is based on condition of the ashtrays as well as interest from potential buyers.
1961 World Series - 1961 was released on: USA: 4 October 1961
In 1995 Commemorative Collectors Set of three World Series press pins were given away at Yankee Stadium, and Sponsored by Chemical Bank. The Set feature replica World Series Press pins from 1923, 1961, and 1978. I do not know what year the Chase Bank sponsored 1952 World Series pin was issued but it would be of similar value, about $10. -$20. each with the original package.See Related Links for more information on the 1995 Stadium Give away pins.
1961 World Series - 1961 Game 2 was released on: USA: 5 October 1961
1961 World Series - 1961 Game 4 was released on: USA: 8 October 1961
1961 World Series - 1961 Game 5 was released on: USA: 9 October 1961
The New York Yankees won the 1961 World Series. The Yankees beat the Cincinnati Reds 4 games to 1.
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The New York Yankees defeated the Cincinnati Reds 4 games to 1. Click on the '1961 World Series' link on this page to see a game by game breakdown.
Whitey Ford of the New York Yankees won the World Series MVP award in 1961. He also won the Cy Young award during the same season.
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Wide World of Sports - U.S. TV series - was created on 1961-04-29.