1961 World Series - 1961 was released on: USA: 4 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
1961 World Series - 1961 Game 2 was released on: USA: 5 October 1961
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.
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.
1962 World Series ProgramsA 1962 New York Yankees World Series program played at Yankee Stadium is worth about $75.-$100. in excellent - near/mint condition. A 1962 San Francisco Giants World Series program played at Candlestick Park is worth $150.-$225. in excellent - near/mint condition As with all collectibles, condition is the most important factor of all providing that the item is authentic. With programs/scorecards the slightest flaws will bring the price down significantly. An exceptional mint condition scorecard could sell for more.Common flaws would be staining, foxing (yellowing), fading, creases, rips, loose pages, cracked binding, and writing on the cover. Un-scored programs will generally sell at a higher price than a scored program but sometimes it doesn't effect value. The over all condition, and how well the cover displays will.
The New York Yankees won the 1961 World Series. The Yankees beat the Cincinnati Reds 4 games to 1.
A 1961 New York Yankees World Series program played at Yankee Stadium is worth about $100.-$150. in excellent - near/mint condition. A 1961 Cincinnati Reds World Series program played at Crosley Field is worth $100.-$125. in excellent - near/mint condition As with all collectibles, condition is the most important factor of all providing that the item is authentic. With programs/scorecards the slightest flaws will bring the price down significantly. An exceptional mint condition scorecard could sell for more.Common flaws would be staining, foxing (yellowing), fading, creases, rips, loose pages, cracked binding, and writing on the cover. Un-scored programs will generally sell at a higher price than a scored program but sometimes it doesn't effect value. The over all condition, and how well the cover displays will.The value on a "scored" program as opposed to a un-scored program can vary depending on the game, and collectors preference. In general I would say an un-scored program will sell at a higher price. Some collectors do not mind scored programs, or might prefer it scored.
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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.