Authentic Astros World Series ring hits the auction block

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There's an authentic 2017 Houston Astros World Series ring up for auction at GoldinAuctions with an initial bid of $7,000.

The ring, which is a size 12, belongs to former Astros area scout David Brito, who is credited with discovering pitcher Framber Valdez. The auction runs through May 16.

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After winning the 2017 World Series, the Astros gave out 1,332 rings to players, coaches, clubhouse and training staff, baseball and business front office members, medical staff, seasonal associates, Hall of Famers, owners and broadcasters. There were four different tiers of ring with the players and staff getting the highest-end tier. All the rings look similar, they were just made of different materials.

The top-tier rings were 10.55 carats with 214 diamonds, 16 natural blue sapphires and nine natural orange sapphires.

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The ring in the auction will come with a certificate of authenticity from Jostens, the company that made the rings.

Browse through the photos at the top of the page for a closer look at the Astros' championship rings.