We know that this card is a 3rd
prize winner from the same unknown set as the Tetsuharu Kawakami card of the
previous lot.
Shigeru Chiba, known as the
"Formidable Buffalo," a member of the Yomiuri Giants from 1936 to
1958, was one of the greatest second basemen of all time. After his return from
service in World War II, he was named to seven consecutive Best 9 teams. he was
inducted into the Japan Baseball Hall of Fame in 1990.
Blank back card
Size: Approximately 3” x 4 1/2"
Condition: Ex.
Contains a thin row of paper and glue residue on the blank back from
having been issued as a 3rd prize winner card on a display
sheet. All examples of this card will
exhibit similar residue.