Lou Gehrig's signed vintage leather cleats. Autographed by the great Lou Gehrig whose unmistakable signature is on the outside panel of both cleats. The cleats measure at a little over 12 inches from the back of the heal to the tip of the toe. These cleats are very well made and are likely a pair owned and worn by the "Iron Horse". Quiet and unassuming, Gehrig struggled to make friends with many of his colorful and spotlight-hungry Yankee teammates, especially Ruth. But his hardworking nature and ability to play through incredible pain certainly earned their respect and earned him the nickname "The Iron Horse." Yankee fans, meanwhile, were thankful just to have him in the lineup. His Hall of Fame career saw him score 100 runs and knock in at least that many in 13 consecutive seasons. In 1931, he set an American League record by clubbing 184 RBIs, and in 1932, he became the third player to hit four home runs in a single game (it's only been done 16 times ever). In the World Series, Gehrig was equally impressive, batting .361 over the course of his career, while leading the club to six championships. When it comes to sports figures, there have been few who by virtue of their character transcend their physical talent and the sporting world itself and become American cultural icons. In his illustrious career shortened by tragedy, Lou Gehrig embodied the American cultural values of the era in which he thrived. While he spent much of his career in the incredible shadow of Babe Ruth, eventually Lou Gehrig would emerge from his Ruthian shadow and personify the values of the 1930’s. Amidst a world of uncertainty caused by the threat of war and a continuing economic depression, Lou Gehrig stood as a testimony of certainty- playing in 2,130 games until Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) put a sudden and tragic end to his playing days. His rise from a modest upbringing coupled with his moral fiber and adherence to copybook maxims would serve both as a rags-to-riches story and a testimony to what hard work and personal strength could accomplish. This item has been Forensically authenticated by Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators and comes with their Letter of Authenticity. Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators Guarantees their Opinion. A complete report of the forensic evaluation is available to any owner of the item current and future.

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