Ring, Finger
Object number2009.87.1
Manufacturer
Jostens, Inc.
Date1987
Mediumgold; diamonds
Credit LineGift of Jostens
DescriptionGold and diamond ring.Dimensions1.125 x 1 x 1 in. (2.9 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm)InscriptionsRight side of face has text: embossed, "MINOR PRO FOOTBALL".
Left side of face has text: "HALL OF FAME".
Right side of band: embossed, "UNITAS / [image of football helmet with engraved "15"] / 1987".
Left side of band: embossed, "BLOOMFIELD / [images of football helmets] / RAMS".
MarksMaker's marks engraved inside band "YLTM 2459846 X XXX3-261".
Historical NotesA Minor Pro Football Hall of Fame ring produced by the Jostens company to honor Hall of Fame member Johnny Unitas. Presented to the History Center in 2009 at the Minor Pro Football HOF's induction ceremony, the ring, never worn or owned by Unitas, instead recognizes his play for the Bloomfield Rams before he joined the Baltimore Colts.
Related person
John Constantine Unitas
Related institution
Bloomfield Rams
Related institution
Minor Professional Football League
Related institution
Minor Pro Football Hall of Fame
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