Every authentic Super Bowl championship ring is a rare item. There is only one Super Bowl per year, and only the members of the winning team receive the coveted ring. A New England Patriots ring that was given to Matt Estrella is even more precious than the rest.
If the name Estrella rings a bell, it’s probably because you are familiar with the Patriots’ videotaping scandal that came to light during the 2007 season. Estrella was the man who was operating the camera when Bill Belichick and company were caught recording the New York Jets’ defensive signals.
The ring that was given to Estrella after the Patriots won the Super Bowl in 2004 is currently for sale through Goldin Auctions. As of Thursday afternoon, the bidding was just north of $5,700.
“This ring remains in Near Mint condition,” a note reads along with the item. “The ring is of a special historic nature, as it was given to Matt Estrella, who was famously caught videotaping Jets coaches defensive signals in the ‘spygate’ affair.”
The ring will probably sell to some Patriots hater with a lot of money who is going to try to put a curse on the team. Just a guess.
H/T ESPN Boston
