Noboru Aota (1924-1997) was an outfielder in Japan Pro Baseball from 1942-1959. He won the home run title and Best Nine award 5 times each. In 1958 he hit for the cycle.
He became a member of the Japanese Hall of in Fame in 2009. This card is similar to the JBR 2 issue and was a 2nd prize card from a large bromide display.
Size: 4 1/4" x 5 3/4".
Condition: Ex/Mt w/ slight crease in upper left corner.
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