FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 10/31/2018
TERRELL OWENS TO RECEIVE HALL OF FAME RING OF EXCELLENCE DURING WEEK 9 SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS TO PAY TRIBUTE TO HALL OF FAMER DURING SPECIAL CEREMONY
CANTON, OHIO – The Pro Football Hall of Fame and Kay® Jewelers, the Official Jewelry Store of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, will join in honoring Hall of Famer TERRELL OWENS on Thursday, Nov. 1 when the San Francisco 49ers host the Oakland Raiders.
Fans at the Week 9 matchup will witness Class of 2018 Enshrinee Owens receive his Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence during a special halftime presentation. The Hall’s President & CEO David Baker will present Owens his Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence. The game is slated to kick off at 8:20 PM ET at Levi’s Stadium.
The Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is one of three iconic symbols, along with the Hall of Fame Gold Jacket and the Bronzed Bust, that represent the elite status of being a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Owens will wear his Hall of Fame Gold Jacket and his Bronzed Bust will be temporarily removed from the Hall of Fame Gallery to make its way to the ceremony.
HALL OF FAME RING OF EXCELLENCE The Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is created by Kay® Jewelers, the number one jewelry store in America and the Official Jewelry Store of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The spectacular Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is set in 14K gold with a total diamond weight of 1¾ carats. However, it is much more than a beautiful piece of jewelry. Intricate details on the ring reflect the special significance of enshrinement. • The outer diamonds create a “stadium” effect surrounding the football-shaped diamond center. • The vibrant blue gemstone was selected both for appearance and meaning, as blue is often associated with confidence, power and integrity – all traits of these incredible legendary football icons. • Owens’ Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is customized to reflect his unique career. A likeness of his bronzed bust, along with “Wide Receiver” (his position) and “1996-2010” (his years in the NFL) appear on one side while “Owens,” the Pro Football Hall of Fame logo and “Class of 2018” are included on the other. • Additionally, a special arbormark (or engraving) appears on the inside of the ring, which is Owens’ Enshrinee number 317.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS IN THE HALL OF FAME (16) – Fred Dean, Edward J. DeBartolo, Jr., Charles Haley, Jimmy Johnson, Ronnie Lott, Hugh McElhenny, Joe Montana, Leo Nomellini, TERRELL OWENS, Joe Perry, Jerry Rice, Bob St. Clair, Y.A. Tittle, Bill Walsh, Dave Wilcox, Steve Young
WIDE RECEIVERS IN THE HALL OF FAME (27) – Lance Alworth, Raymond Berry, Fred Biletnikoff, Tim Brown (also KR/PR), Cris Carter, Tom Fears, Marvin Harrison, Bob Hayes, Elroy Hirsch (also HB), Michael Irvin, Charlie Joiner, Steve Largent, Dante Lavelli, James Lofton, Don Maynard, Tommy McDonald, Bobby Mitchell (also HB), Art Monk, RANDY MOSS, TERRELL OWENS, Pete Pihos, Andre Reed, Jerry Rice, John Stallworth, Lynn Swann, Charley Taylor (also HB), Paul Warfield
PHOTOS: Images of Owens’ Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence may be downloaded for editorial purposes only. ©Pro Football Hall of Fame. https://profootballhof.box.com/s/zi5878kjuhm9r7tmz7wsm0rtvqhvg27x
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