From the collection of Hall of Fame Sports Writer, Bill Madden. World series "Black Bat" was given to participating players from teams in the world series, league officials, high-ranking executives and dignitaries. The bats feature facsimile signatures of the entire team in gold on a dark black ebony bat. Names in script for Hillerich & Bradsby endorsees and block letter for non endorsed players. Bat reads: Cincinnati Reds World Champions 1940. 1959 Chicago White Sox AL Champs 'Black' Bat Length: 35" (HOF, MLB, baseball, collectible, vintage) STERLING ASSOCIATES STRIVES TO PROVIDE ACCURATE, OBJECTIVE, & FAIR INFORMATION ON ALL LOTS. WE WILL BE HAPPY TO ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS. WE ADVISE THAT YOU, OR SOMEONE ON YOUR BEHALF, INSPECT ANY ITEM(S) AND COME TO YOUR OWN CONCLUSIONS BEFORE BIDDING. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS.