2013 Mint Proof 1 oz Fine Silver Coin - Fielder - Mintage: 7500 20 dollar royal

The World Baseball Classic tournament brings the best professional baseball players from around the world to one exciting international tournament. The first World Baseball Classic tournament was held in 2006 and the second in 2009. In both events, Japan emerged the victor. The third World Baseball Classic tournament, in March 2013, will have a number of participating countries. This participation promises to be a major highlight for sports fans and baseball lovers around the globe. This truly international event has had qualifying rounds in Germany, Panama, Taiwan and the United States. The growing number of participating countries attests to the global appeal of the World Baseball Classic tournament and underscores the growing popularity of baseball around the world.