Featured in this listing is the opportunity to purchase a game-used base hit (double) of Garrett Jones, pitched by retired Giant Ryan Vogelsong.  This ball comes from the 8/8/2011 game between the Pirates and the Giants, won by Pittsburgh 5-0.  This was a rare tough start for Vogelsong who would excel for the Giants in 2011 (when he was named an All-Star) and 2012, when he would pitch a spotless postseason en route the the 2012 World Series. FJ292953 - This ball was pitched by Vogelsong, and struck by Garrett Jones for a double.  This is career hit #325 for Jones.   Authenticated balls such as this are sent mid-game to sale to the public, and are sold by the teams.  The authentication is input by the on-site MLB authenticators, who apply the holograms and enter the details of the play. Authentications can be verified through the MLB.com site.  I have attached a screen shot for your review of the MLB authentication serial number search result. These spectacular ball has great coloration and character, and is truly a 1-of-a-kind item!  The auction will include a plastic ball cube as displayed in the photos, as well as a printout of the MLB authentication pages. This item ships USPS priority insured (for the purchase price) for $9.50 anywhere within the USA. Buyer must pay California sales tax as required by law. Payment is due at time of purchase, and items scheduled to be picked up MUST be paid via PayPal in advance of exchange.  Please ask any questions about the item before bidding- I reply to all inquires promptly! About the seller: Fog City Auctions, LLC, is a San Francisco based auction company managed by a veteran eBayer with nearly 20 years of experience.  We have engaged in more than 2000+ transactions, and NEVER received a negative feedback.  We care about our auctions and our reputation, and we take our auction customers very seriously.  If we do business, we will strive to meet or exceed your expectations and earn yet another positive feedback! Thank you for viewing our listing and please see our other current listings for rare memorabilia, sports cards, electronics, apparel, and much much more!