February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs

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1 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs Autographed Cards Exhibit High Quality HOF Signed Exhibit Card Collection (34 pcs) Great collection of signed Exhibit cards, a few are repros, many are slabbed by PSA or JSA. There is a nice mix of vintage ballpoint and sharpie ink throughout. No duplication, this has some terrific content including Salutation Exhibits of Greenberg and Lombardi (each worth $200 each in this market) and better signed cards of Drysdale, Mays, Berra, Doby, Cepeda, Mazeroski, Mathews, Killebrew, Musial, Reese and Rizzuto. These cards have been white-hot in recent years, run of this quality do not come to market very often. Condition is very nice, an exact player listing will be on our web site Bowman Collection of 77 different signed cards Neat lot of signed cards from this beloved Bowman set, these are nearly all in ink, little to no sharpie, with several fine period ink signatures. Condition varies but is not bad at all overall. Better autographs include: Rex Barney, Castiglione, Church, Joe Coleman, Doby, Garcia, Keller, Law, Lohrke, Majeski, Cass Michaels (D 82), Rosen, Stanky and Suder. Please note there are a few very rough cards in this otherwise clean lot. Desirable grouping from a classic issue, something that was clearly collected with care and effort Exhibit Robinson, Jackie 9* Great signed card, offered is a wonderful original Exhibit card of Jackie Robinson from the 1950s. Signed on the left side, this is a very large and particularly impressive red ballpoink ink signature. The card has a crease at the upper right corner but otherwise presents well (the back has some wear). Signed cards of quality HOF players have been white-hot in recent years, it does not get much better than this! s Signed Card Collection Lot contains 51 signed cards from 1949 Bowman Topps, mainly Bowman and Topps. Condition varies, many are vintage signatures, some are taped over but most are decent, some quite fine. In detail, lot contains 49B 232, 50B (9) w/goodman, Pesky, Crandall, Earl Johnson; 53 Bowman Color (24) w/boudreau, Rosen, Bridewiser, Shantz, Pesky, Erskine, Avila, Lipon and Shea; 54T (12) w/ Pesky, Boone, Turley, McMillan, Jansen, Valo, Poholsky; 55T (3) w/rhodes, Turley, 56T (5) w/zimmer, Pascual and Virdon and 62T Adcock. 13 lesser cuts from players from the 53 Bowman set are included as well. 64 total autographs Callahan Clarke, Fred Very scarce signed card, this unheralded deadball era HOF player-manager died in Signed in super bold black ink, terrific signature and card Topps 202 Roger Maris Always desirable, this is only Roger Maris s second card. Clean card, this has good color, clean surfaces and no clear creases. Signed in blue ballpoint by the top border, nice signature. This is slabbed Authentic by PSA DNA Topps 40 Don Hoak (rare) Rare card as this popular 1955 Brooklyn Dodger died in 1969 at age 41. A key to a signed 55 set, this card has tape along the edges but retains its bright original color and has excellent image quality. Signed in the center in large blue ballpoint, a nice signature. This is great as it is needed by both Brooklyn Dodger collectors, especially the hallowed year of 1955 Topps, and the many collectors working on full signed 55 Topps sets.

2 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 325 Pre-1980 Vintage HOF Signed Card Collection (138 pcs) Substantial collection, this is an original collection of HOF signed cards from the 1950s through the 1970s. The condition of both the cards and the autographs is very clean, and this lot is great in that there are many superb vintage ballpoint ink autographs throughout. The players are mainly the usual suspects, with note to: Alston (7), Hoyt (2), Hubbell (6), Hunter (4), Kaline (5), Killebrew (10), Lopez (9), Mathews (2), McCovey (2), Musial, Palmer (3), Roberts (13), B. Robinson (19), Snider (4) and Stargell (2). Breaking up this lot for retail in this market should be as easy as fishing in a barrel! Please note a full 66 cards in the lot are pre Topps 2 Roger Maris One of the most vital signed cards of the 1960s, Roger Maris s original card from this unforgettable 1961 season. The card is VG due to a crease and wear but it is well centered and retains beautiful color and image quality. Signed in super bold blue ballpoint ink, this is a superb autograph by the bottom border. We hardly ever see this card signed as this is one of the last cards to be sold by a collector lucky enough to have one! Exhibit Roger Maris Superb signed card, this has a truly awesome blue ballpoint ink signature that almost jumps off the card it is so nice. The card itself is a clean 1962 Stat Back Exhibit with black printing on the reverse. Signed at the bottom border, it does not get any nicer than for a Maris signed card! Slabbed Authentic by PSA DNA Fleer 28 Jimmie Foxx (rare) One of the keys to a signed set, this is tough as Foxx had only six years to sign one of these. Missing from almost all sets, here is an opportunity to very ably fill this gaping hole. The card itself is well centered with bright color and clean white borders, a strong Ex Plus overall with no issues. Signed in the perfect spot, this is a large and very fine Jimmie Foxx blue ballpoint ink autograph. Extremely nice, this contrasts perfectly against the clean card and really stands out. No doubt one of the very best to hit the market in years, this is something you really have to have in any serious 61 Fleer signed card collection Fleer Collection of 20 HOFers Good lot of this classic set among signed card collectors. No great rarities here, but still a clean and very collectible lot with some real value. There is hardly any duplication, the autographs are quite clean overall. Content includes Max Carey, Grimes, Averill, Hoyt, Hubbell (3), Gehringer, Kiner (2), Gomez and Ruffing. Lots like this do not come around very often as these cards are so popular as singles Topps Collection of 150 signed cards w/hofers Good lot of signed cards from an extremely popular set among signed card collectors. Condition varies a bit, but is quite nice overall in terms of both the autographs and the cards themselves. All of the card numbers will be listed on our web site. Better signed cards include: F. Alou, Bouton, Bunning, Campaneris, Chance/Downing, Groat, Killebrew, Lopez, Maloney, Mathews, McLain (RC), Pappas, Santo, Tiant, Wynn and Yaz. 331 Oddball Oversize 1970s/1980s HOF Signed Card Collection (35 pcs) Neat lot with solid content, condition varies but is clean overall. Lot contains 1970 Supers, various Buckman discs, Red Man reprints, TCMA cards, Laughlin cards, SSPC cards, Hostess cards etc. No real duplication, better signatures include: Bench, Brock, Carlton, Dickey, Drysdale, Fisk, Gomez (2), Hoyt, Hubbell (2), R. Jackson, LaSorda, Musial (2), F. Robinson, Seaver, Snider (53 Red Man), Terry and Yaz. 55

3 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs Topps Collection of 223 signed cards w/many HOFers Quality lot of clean 1972 Topps cards, both the autographs and the cards are very nice overall. There is little to no duplication, the card numbers will be listed on our web site. This lot is notable as it includes 19 HOFers and many secondary stars. Better autographs include: Blair, Blue, Carlton, Chambliss, Cruz, Durocher, Kaline, Lolich, Mays, McCovey, McLain, Perez, Ryan, Santo, Simmons, Stargell (IA) and Yaz. The autographs vary in darkness, a small percentage are light, most are very strong. Quality lot with some real highlights Topps Collection of 468 Signed Cards w/14 HOFers One of the most popular sets among signed card collectors, offered is a very large collection of signed 1975 Topps cards with we believe 334 different signed cards. The autographs are a mix of sharpie and ballpoint and have natural variance, but are clean overall (as are the cards themselves). There is a fair amount of duplication given the size of the lot but all the card numbers will be pictured on our web site. Better autographs include (but are almost certainly not limited to) the following: Bench, Bench/Burroughs, Berra, Blair, Bobby Bonds (mini), Brock, Coleman, Hrabosky, Murcer, Nettles, Palmer, Ryan (2 different), Scott, Stargell and Winfield. Big lot of signed cards from a very good year. Two clean unsigned Ryans are also included in the lot Topps Near-Complete Signed Set (686 signed cards, 748 total sigs) What an accomplishment! 632 different signed cards from the 1974 Topps and 1974 Topps Traded sets. Condition is solid overall, and these were clearly collected with great care. There is a signed Aaron special, and several multisigned cards that are so popular among collectors (four League Leaders, and eight of the nine All Star cards). Very clean overall, signatures are a mix of ballpoint and super bold blue sharpie. Better signed cards include (but are certainly not limited to): Aaron (#1 + 4 others), Alston (2), Belanger, Belanger, Bench,Blyleven, Bobby Bonds, Ken Brett, Brock, Carew (2 diff.), Carlton, Cepeda, Doc Ellis, Fisk, Frisella, Gibson, Gossage, Hunter, R. Jackson (4 different), Kaline, Killebrew, Marshall, Billy Martin, Mathews, Willie Mays, McCovey (Wash. NL), McGlothlin, McGraw, Morgan, Morton, Murcer, Murtaugh, Niekro, Palmer, Parker RC, Pinson, Darrell Porter, B. Robinson, F. Robinson, A. Rodriguez, Rose (2 diff.), Ryan, Santo, Schmidt, Seaver, Stargell, Danny Thompson, Torre, Winfield and Yaz. This lot is a veritable treasure trove of signed cards, it almost has to be seen to believed as it so loaded with HOFers, stars and scarcities. There cannot be very many of these so comprehensively signed. 682 signed cards (includes some doubles), 744 total signatures Shakeys HOF Cal Hubbard (rare) Rare, Hubbard died the following year in 1977, so there are not very many of these around. Clean card has a particularly large and impressive black sharpie signature on the right edge Topps 670 Jim Hunter (lot of 100) Very clean 100 count lot of signed 1979 Topps Jim Hunter cards. This was his last card as a Yankee and as a player. Signatures are almost invariably in very bold blue sharpie. These were all signed in person for a personal friend of Hunter s and have been in a closet for over 20 years. The cards themselves are mostly Near Mint. We had a hoarde of these are we are getting very close to the end as this is the very last large lot. Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February 3.

4 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs s/1980s era HOF Signed Card Collection (185 pcs) This is an original collection of signed HOF cards obtained in the 1970s and 1980s. These are on all manner of TCMA, SSPC, reprint issues, re-issue cards and collector issues. The autographs are quite strong overall, remarkably clean in fact for something of this size. The players represented here are the usual suspects, but there sure are a lot of them! There is very little duplication by card, but many of various players (nothing is overly excessive however, there are not 20 Bob Fellers and Bobby Doerrs or anything approaching that, these are fairly evenly distributed). Lots like this have become incredibly hard to find with the explosion of slabbing, making this a somewhat special offering. Better autographs are as follows: Alston (3), Averill (2), Cronin (3), Dickey (2), Drysdale (5), Gehringer (12), Gomez (2), Grimes, Hubbell (23 - by far the largest quantity in the lot), Killebrew (5), Lindstrom, Mathews (5), Musial (12), Reese (6) and Terry (13). Breaking up this lot for retail in this market should be as easy as fishing in a barrel! Donruss HOF Heroes Collection of 26 HOFers Super popular set among signed card collectors, offered is a very fine condition grouping. Duplication is mild, there are 17 different pieces. Better signatures include Grimes, Musial, Hubbell, Dickey, Berra, Kaline, Gehringer and Wynn. Lots of value here, the autographs are terrific overall. Lot Topps Collection of 834 Signed Cards - World Class Set Collection of 832 signed cards, 49 are from the traded set, so that leads to an incredible 783/792 different signed cards from the regular set! - virtually an absolutely full signed set. The cards look great, the autographs match the card quality; there were clearly collected with great care by a die-hard signed card collector, I love the team leader cards that are mostly fully signed. This lot contains at least 65 HOF autographs and is simply terrific. There could well be many scarcities within in the lot. Better names include but are probably not limited to the following: Bench (2), Boggs RC, Brett, Brett, Carew (2), Carlton (3), Diaz (2 diff, 1 w/ Carlton), Gaetti, Gwynn RC, R. Henderson (5), S. Howe, Howser, Hrbek RC, R. Jackson (4), Kuenn, LaSorda, Billy Martin, McGee RC, McGraw (2), Murcer (2), Murray, Murray/Palmer, Quisenberry (2), Rice, Ripken, Rose (3), Ryan (2), Sandberg RC, Schmidt (3), Seaver (2), Show, Welch, Yaz (2) and Yount (3). A veritable gold mine as singles, I cannot imagine the time and effort that went into this tremendous collecting accomplishment. A special, special signed set, this is a truly great signed card lot. 340 Substantial 1980s Postcard Size Card Collection (52 pcs) - all HOFers! Consigned by a super collector, these are clean postcard-size and related issues from Donruss and Fleer throughout the 1980s. Solid player selection, the signatures are extremely fine overall. There is no duplication by card, but there is duplication by player. Extremely substantial lot, this would likely run thousands as singles in today s market. Better signatures include: Bench, Boggs (4), Brett (2), Carew (2), Fisk (2), Gwynn (4), R. Henderson, Hubbell, Molitor (3), Murray (3), O. Smith, Rice (3), Ripken, F. Robinson, Ryan, Sandberg (2), Seaver (2) and Winfield. How is that for some star power? Collections like this are virtually non-existent these days. 57

5 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 341 High Quality 2002/2003 Insert Collection w/amazing content (87 pcs) Terrific lot is bursting with value, these are all certified signed cards, inserts and cards signed in person by our consignor, no doubt these would run a huge price as singles. Better autographs include but are probably limited to the following: Beckett, Biggio, Boggs, Brett, Brock, L. Gonzalez, Guerrero, Gwynn (2), R. Henderson (2), C. Jones (2), Killebrew (2), Konerko, Mattingly, Pedro Martinez, Piazza (2), Pujols, Rice (2), F. Robinson (2), A Rod (4 ), Schilling, Schmidt, Seaver (2), Smoltz, Sosa, Teixeira, Thome, F. Thomas, Yaz and Yount (2). How is that for some star power?? Topps Collection of 137 signed cards w/great content Small but absolutely loaded lot, condition is terrific, duplication is very mild. Impressive star power here, including: Berkman (2), Braun, Braun (2), Damon, Edmonds, Halladay, A. Gonzalez, Josh Hamilton (2), Kershaw RC, Lee, Lester, Lincecum, Longoria (5), Mauer, Mourneau (2), Ortiz, Sabathia, Scherzer RC, Soriano, Utley (3) and Wood. How is that for some incredible star power? Modern lots like this are so scarce due to the current nature of baseball and society, these are really special and revered by signed card collectors for good reason! Topps Collection of 622 Different Signed Cards Another fantastic lot, these are such great books to peruse. In addition to a mountain of quality stars, there are some simply awesome multi-player cards, many fully signed, that really make this special. Condition varies a bit, but is quite strong overall. A real collecting accomplishment, this is another lot that has truly huge breakdown value. The better cards include but are almost certainly not limited to the following: Beckett, Berkman, Biggio, Cabrera (3), Cano, Carpenter, Clemens, Cox, Damon/Giambi, Edmonds, P. Fielder, Glavine (3), Alex Gordon, Guerrero (3), Holliday (3), Hunter, Jeter (2), R. Johnson, C. Jones (2), Kent, Konerko (2), LaRussa, Lester, Leyland, J. Lopez, Maddux, Markakis RC, P. Martinez, Matsui, Mauer (3), Morneau, Morneau/Santana, Mussina, Ortiz (6), Ortiz/Schilling, F. Robinson, A Rod, A Rod/Sheffield, Sabathia, Santana (3), Santana/Halladay/Sabathia, Schilling, Sheffield, Smoltz (2), Teixeira (2), Thomas, Thome (2), Utley (2), Verlander (2) and Bernie Williams. Simply amazing, a seeming small galaxy of stars fill up the pages of this great binder. The breakup value here must also be truly huge. Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February Signed Cuts, 3x5s & GPCs x Bowman Autograph Collection (107 different) Unusual collection of autographed 3x5s and GPCs (with some scattered cuts), all matched to a player from the classic 1951 Bowman baseball card set. The GPCs are mostly taped over but otherwise nice, the signatures are a 8.5/10 overall with typical variance. Better names include: Dickey (1951), Durocher, Easter, Goodman, Irvin, Kluszewski, Lopez, Maglie, Mize, Moses, Joe Page, Richards, Rolfe, Snider, Stengel (dated 1950) and Vern Stephens (D 68). There are 44 GPCs in this lot, neatly all postmarked 1951, which is a great touch x 5 Clarke, Fred Fine looking 3x5 of this deadball era HOFer and player-manager, this is signed in large fountain pen, a very nice signature on a clean 3x5. This deadball era HOFer and player-manager died in Cut Cobb, Ty Remarkable quality Ty Cobb cut, signed Ty Cobb 4/8/59 in Mint green fountain pen with his usual flourish. Mounted to a 4x6 card with a nice b/w image, truly an exemplary Ty Cobb autograph.

6 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs x 5 Dahlen, Bill Extremely rare and desirable autograph, it was a great shock to many in the collecting world that he did not make the HOF in Dahlen played from and amassed 2,461 hits and 1234 RBIs for the Cubs, Dodgers, Giants and Braves. Dahlen died in 1950 and is an autograph that simply does not come to market (partially because some people are holding them into he goes into the HOF). His HOF election still seems inevitable to us; if that occurs, how much will this run then? The offered piece is a terrific 3x5 with a superb William F. Dahlen bold blue fountain pen signature. One of the scarcest autographs of its era, this one is a beauty. Fresh to market, this has been in a Barry Halper NY Giants album for decades. 349 Cut Foxx, Jimmie Offered is an exceptionally large and fine Jimmie Foxx cut signature. Superb quality, this is an impeccable signature. Smartly matted with his Perez Steele card, ideal for display. 350 GPC Foxx, Jimmie (very early) Extremely desirable Jimmie Foxx GPC, one of the very best that we have handled. This is special as it is postmarked 1935, during Foxx s playing career (99% of all Foxx GPCs from the 1950s and 1960s, long after his career). This is signed in bold dark fountain pen and looks great. A special piece. 351 GPC Robinson, Jackie Always super popular, this is a very clean 1956 GPC from Jackie Robinson. This is clean, and is signed Best Wishes Jackie Robinson in pleasing blue ink. The J in Jackie is a touch light, but the signature is more than acceptable overall. We like this as it was signed during Jackie s final season as a player. 348 Cut Donlin, Mike (D 1933, rare) A forgotten name to many, Turkey Mike Donlin was one of the biggest stars in baseball at the turn of the 20th century, was a major celebrity and had a big vaudeville career. A very cosmpolitan personality, Donlin no doubt lived life to the fullest and died in 1933 at only age 55. Donlin played from for several teams, notably the Giants in , 1908, 1911 and He was a career.333 hitter. His autograph is extremely rare, offered is something very special: a full 6x8 return envelope signed and filled out in his own hand, a super bold green fountain pen signature. Donlin sent a photo to a fan, enclosed, itself possibly of substantial value. This is as much writing from Donlin as one is likely to ever encounter. Another special Barry Halper item, this has been resting in a NY Giants binder for decades x 5 Smith, Hilton Superb 3x5, this is graded Mint 9 by PSA DNA. Super clean, this is signed Hilton Smith Kansas City Monarch pitcher I won over 20 games a year for 10 seasons also played in Cuba for 2 seasons in the winter. Desirable Negro League HOFer (D 83) - it does not get any better than this! 354 Cut Wagner, Honus Fine pencil cut of Honus Wagner, a full J. Honus Wagner signature. Signed on a scorecard, quality affordable Wagner autograph. D

7 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 355 Quality HOF Matted Cut Collection (27 sigs) A perfect HOF collection, these are all cuts smartly matted with Perez Steele cards and other similar size photos on 8x10 boards. Presented in a single binder, these are ideal for framing if desired. Some of the signatures have been laminated and/or have tape but they still present quite well. Solid content, there is none of the usual filler that clogs up these lots. Content is precisely as follows: Bancroft, Barlick, Carey (1922 Pirates captain), Combs, Conlan, Faber (only sec.), Frick, Frisch, Giles, Goslin, Grove, Hafey, Haines, Harris, Hooper, Hoyt, Hubbard, Leonard, Lindstrom, Manush, Mathews, Rice, Schalk, Sisler, Traynor, L. Waner and Wheat. Lots like this have become very hard to find since the slabbing era x 5 Collection of 75 different HOFers, signed circa Not your average HOF 3x5 run, these were nearly all signed in the 1960s and early 1970s, some are beautiful Rookie era autographs, others desirable vintage style signatures. Signed almost exclusively on immaculate 3x5s, these are very, very fine signatures that look terrific. Better autographs include: Alston, Banks (vintage), Bench, Blyleven (very early), Carew (very early), Carey, Carlton (very early), Cox, Cronin, Drysdale (fine vintage sig.), Fisk, Gehringer, Gossage, Haines, R. Henderson, R. Jackson (very early), Perez (very early), Reese, Ruffing, Ryan (very early), Santo, Stargell (early), Torre, Yaz (albim page, beautiful) and Yount (very early) x 5 Boston Red Sox Hoarde w/many vintage & rarities This lot is an original collection of Boston Red Sox and Braves 3x5s (and related flats), this remarkable collection was assembled over a year period by a single individual. Condition is clean, some have desirable inscriptions. There is duplication, it is very, very possible, even likely, that there will be some desirable obscurities and potential rarities lurking here. From our analysis, better pieces in this lot are as follows:, Lena Blackburne, Billy Burke (cut, D 67), Joe Cicero (D 83, 3), Pete Compton, Pat Donahue (D 66), Ed Fallenstein (cut, D 71), Joe Foy (D 89), Nomar Garciaparra, Chappie Geygan (cut, D 66), Deron Johnson, John Paul Jones, Bob Logan (D 78), George McBride, Marty McManus (D 66), Tom Nelson (D 73 at age 46), Joe Oeschger (3x5 & mounted 61T card), Jack Schulte, Bill Sherdel (ALS, D 68), Joseph Stanley (check cut, D 67), Hal Wagner (D 79, 2) and Herman Young (D 66). Fresh lot is completely new to the hobby x 10 Mantle/Maris One of the greatest 8x10s produced since 1980, this is a wonderful color image of the M&M Boys posed together circa Signed by both, each autograph is in absolutely flawless blue sharpie. Smartly matted and framed to 13x16, this demands space on almost any wall x 10 Ruth, Babe (signed Johnny Murphy) Gorgeous photo, this is a wonderful b/w image of Babe Ruth himself with a shipment of game films from the 1943 World Series about to ship to U.S. soliders during World War Two. Babe is nicely posed in the center of the image. This is signed in green fountain pen To My Pal Johnny Murphy From Babe Ruth. The signature and writing are clean, with very little wear. Murphy was a star Yankee relief pitcher and teammate of Babe Ruth in the 1930s. Presented in a nice double-mat, this awaits your choice of frame. Terrific signed Babe Ruth photo is very evocative of the era.

8 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 360 Photo Southworth, Billy Superb piece, offered is a gorgeous 6x8 original wire photo. This is a fine image of a young Southworth as a player, likely as a New York Giant. Signed Compliments of Billy Southworth in superb dark fountain pen. Southworth died in 1969, 40 years before being inducted into the HOF. Very scarce on a vintage photo in fountain pen, this is probably as nice or nicer than anything in circulation Perez Steele Hank Greenberg A key to the set, these have been hot in recent years, which is long overdue. The offered postcard has a remarkably fine, bold and flowing black sharpie ink signature. Impeccable quality, many of these are smudged or have other issues s Autograph Book w/150 sigs incl. Mays & Hodges Quality autograph book, this does contain a mix of personal signatures scattered about. The baseball autographs are extremely substantial, however, and are generally in impeccable condition. Generally organized by team (and mostly National League), this opens with 15 Milwaukee Braves including Spahn and Mathews. The Dodgers include a fine Gil Hodges, the Giants a superb Willie Mays; other better signatures include Danny O Connell (D 69), Fred Haney, Eddie Mathews, Warren Spahn, Joe Adcock, a fine Ernie Banks from 1957, Ken Boyer, two very early Bob Gibson s, Duke Maas (D 76), Ted Kluszewski and Bill Mazeroski. There could well be some rare obscurities lurking within this fine little book. 365 Album Page Lajoie, Nap Fine looking page is about 3 1/2 x 2 1/2; this is signed boldly Larry Lajoie and dated in his own hand. Strong, problem-free Lajoie autograph, these have been hot in recent years. This vital HOFer died in Perez Steele Celebration Hank Aaron (lot of 10) Perfectly clean lot, each is signed in large and blue sharpie within the last few years Perez Steele Celebration Complete Set w/38 signed cards A true classic, this extremely high production value postcard set comes with its ornate original display case. The signatures are exceptionally bold and consistent, you could not ask for a nicer set. Keys include Aaron, Bell (scarce), Bench, Berra, Dickey, Gehringer, Lopez, Mantle, Musial, Reese, Stargell, Ted Williams and Yaz. An exact listing will be on our web site. Offering one of the great values in Perez Steele sets, this is sure to please the winning bidder. 366 Album Page Robinson, Jackie Classic autograph of a beloved HOFer, this one is interesting. Offered is a period Best wishes Jackie Robinson signature on the back of a 1957 invitation for a corporate event run by his employer H & H (owner of Chock Full of Nuts). This has a fold line and some toning/general wear, but still displays reasonably well. Slabbed Authentic by SGC. 61

9 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 367 Young, Cy and Grove, Lefty Signed Page Very desirable page, offered is a slightly worn 5x3 autograph album page loaded with signatures on both sides. There are 16 total signatures. Notable autographs include a bold Cy Young at the top, Lefty Grove, 1927 Yankee HOFer Herb Pennock (D 1948 at age 48), Eric McNair (D 1949) and Fred Hofmann (D 64). Any single item to pair two of the very best pitchers ever is especially desirable. Signed Programs World Series Program w/58 vintage signatures including scarcities Someone must have been very well connected as this is one of the more comprehensively signed early 1950s programs one is likely to encounter. Taped on the spine, this must have seen some real use with the huge number of period autographs. Loaded with autographs, many are very uncommon, including Yankee execs Del Webb, George Weiss, Dan Topping, Bob Becker, a gorgeous Ford Frick on his own image, Jake Pitler (D 68), Gil Hodges, Reese, Cox, Furillo, Snider, Dick Williams, Rizzuto, Lopat, Mize and Walter O Malley. There are signaures from other sports and celebrities including Sugar Ray Robinson. The breakup value here is simply tremendous. 368 Massive Street & Smiths Signed Cover Collection (119 different!) A real collecting accomplishment, this has to be one of the very deepest collections of signed Street and Smiths magazines in the country. Obtained over many years, this lot has a staggering 119 different issues! Loaded with HOFers and big name stars, these include two Koufax s, Aaron, the rare Mike Marshall, Brett, Musial, Rickey Henderson, Hunter, Drysdale, Berra, Clemens, Piazza, Bench, McGwire, Gibson, Pickett, Ripken, Ryan and Mattingly among so many others. The time and expense in replicating a collection like this would be truly daunting. The condition is very fine overall, a full listing will be on our web site. A great, great collection of signed programs, possibly the best of its kind Dodgers Signed Yearbook w/jackie Robinson & Roy Campanella (32 sigs) Interesting piece, offered is a very low grade original 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers yearbook. This has all loose pages and a chip on page two (the cover is actually not that bad). The inside cover and two interior pages are loaded with super bold period blue ballpoint ink signatures. This is a very substantial item as these autographs include a perfectly bold Jackie Robinson, a bold Roy Campanella, a superb Gil Hodges, a Mint Rookie Sandy Koufax, Walt Alston, Reese, Furillo, Pitler (scarce), Jim Gilliam, Don Bessent, Happy Felton (very scarce on this type of item), Don Hoak and Karl Spooner. Loaded with value, no doubt thousands as cuts, we decided to keep this intact and did not have the heart to cut it up. Solid piece despite the condition issues, these do not come around very often with so many signatures, including all of the keys and scarcities Mets Signed Yearbook w/gil Hodges Great piece, offered is a high grade 1968 Mets original yearbook. This is special as it has bold period blue ink signatures from Gil Hodges, Lindsey Nelson (rare), a super-early Tom Seaver, Yogi Berra and Bob Murphy. The autographs look great, all are HOFers except sadly for Gil Hodges.

10 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 372 Bender, Chief Signed 1951 Program Scarce, this is a 1951 Minor League program for a game between the Orioles and the A s. The short program has some staining and general wear but is not bad at all. Signed on the cover in pencil by Dick Young and Chief Bender, both are nice signatures. The program is scored in pencil. Popular HOFer Chief Bender died in Clemente, Roberto Signed 1962 Program Neat piece, this is a pleasing mid-grade example of the 1962 Pittsburgh Pirates team yearbook. The inside contents have minute check marks on many images, the cover retains vivid original color and presents quite well. This is special as this has a very pleasing and attractive Roberto Clemente autograph at the upper right corner. The autograph has a great flow and is a classic Clemente exemplar. In addition, the very tough Diomedes Olivo (D 1977 at age 58) signed on the bat in the image. 377 Mantle, Mickey Signed 1962 S.I Superb copy, this is a bright and clean Sports Illustrated full issue from July 2, With the mailing label, this has an enormous Mickey Mantle No. 7 signature that is almost the entire width of the magazine. Absolutely impeccable quality, this is a superb combination of publication and signature. A very popular area of collecting, this is one of the key issues to a signed S.I. run. 378 Mantle Signed 1964 Street & Smiths Mickey s last cover, this is a fine image of a still youthful looking Mantle from his World Series season. Signed in large and bold blue sharpie right through the center, this contrasts perfectly against the clean magazine. Fine 1960s Mantle signed magazine looks terrific. 374 DiMaggio, Joe Signed 1948 Street & Smiths Desirable signed issue, this has some wear on the left edge. This has a Mint blue sharpie signature by the lower left corner, absolutely impeccable quality. 375 Mantle, Mickey Signed 1953 Street & Smiths Fine looking magazine has a great double-image of switch hitting Mantle on the cover. Clean and fine issue, this has a large and Mint Mickey Mantle blue sharpie signature. Impeccable quality here! 376 Mantle, Mickey Signed 1956 Magazine Great looking piece, this is a clean 1956 Baseball Stars magazine with a large image of Mickey Mantle on the cover. Signed by Mantle in spotless blue sharpie, the combination of autograph and image here are simply superb. 379 Mantle/Snider Signed 1956 Street & Smiths Great signed issue, this is an original 1956 Street & Smiths with Mickey and Duke on the cover. Signed by both, these are large and very impressive blue sharpie signature. Very desirable, quality signed vintage magazines like this are very hot right now. 380 Mantle/Larsen/Berra Signed 1957 Street & Smiths Terrific piece, this is an original 1957 Street & Smiths guide, signed by all three Yankees pictured on the cover. The Mantle autograph is especially large and impressive, and the Berra and Larsen autographs are quite nice as well. Great combo to find signed together on a period magazine. 63

11 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs Signed Books 381 Circa 1961 Sport Magazine Paperback Collection w/mantle & Williams Charming lot, these are highly collectible Sport Magazine Library paperbacks from circa Each is boldly signed with content as follows: Ted Williams, Mantle, Mays, Musial, Unitas and Cousy. We have not seen this run signed until now, we cannot imagine these are very easy to find in this market. The autographs look terrific, all will be pictured on our web site. Great little collection. 384 Baseballs Greatest Hitters (31 sigs w/2 each Mantle & Williams) Very handsome 1988 larger format book 100 Greatest Hitters. This very well done book has gorgeous images of a nice selection of classic hitters throughout baseball history. Signed on their images, these are truly extraordinary quality autographs that are immaculate. Loaded with HOFers and stars, including: Aaron, Bench, Gehringer, Mantle (2, both gorgeous #7 signatures), Mathews, Mays, McCovey, Morgan, Musial, F. Robinson, Rose (2), Schmidt (2), Ted Williams (2) and Yaz (great inscriptions). Many contemporary players like Dwight Evans, George Brett and Reggie Jackson are also included, making this a very manageble project to add to Home Run Signed Book Collection (7 pcs) w/mantle & Williams Smartly collected lot of 500 Home Run club members. Condition is terrific, content is as follows: Aaron I Had a Hammer, Jackson Reggie, Baseball s MVP s (cover signed by Mantle, beautiful signed book), Mays Say Hey, Robinson Extra Innings, Schmidt Clearing the Bases and Williams Science of Hitting soft cover. This is not such an easy run to assemble. 383 Baseball MVP/HOF Signed Books (15) w/brett, Gwynn & Ripken Extremely substantial lot is bursting with value, there are TWO EACH from Brett and Ripken, among much more. Condition is terrific, many are better vintage of large format books. Content is as follows: Bench (From Behind the Plate), Brett (From Here to Cooperstown), Brett (Last of a Breed), Carew (Carew), Cepeda (Baby Bull), Gwynn (The Art of Hitting), R. Henderson (Off Base), Kaline (Six A Tribute), Morgan (A Life in Baseball), Musial (Broeg), Ripken (Cal on Cal), Ripken (The Only Way I Know), B. Robinson (Third Base is Home), Rose (My Story) and Winfield (Making The Play) Mantle Signed 1967 Mantle Book Very uncommon and desirable Mantle signed book, offered is a clean copy of Mickey s 1967 book The Education of a Baseball Player. This has the original dust jacket. Signed in the 1980s or early 1990s on the title page, this fine book boasts a huge and spotless Mickey Mantle blue ballpoint ink signature. 386 Rickey, Branch Signed First Edition (very rare) Rare piece, this is a large format (9 1/4 x 12 1/4) 204 page first edition book The American Diamond by Branch Rickey. This has the dust jacket with typical wear including chips on the bottom border. Great piece as this is signed Oct :...as a friend of mine I want you to have this early copy of The American Diamond Sincerely Branch Rickey. Signed in black ballpoint, this is special as Rickey died in 1965, making signed copies extremely rare. Important book from one of the most important figures in all of baseball history, a very special item that cannot have very many counterparts in circulation.

12 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 387 Cachet DiMaggio Brothers (3) Always a classic, Vince s death in 1987 makes anything signed by all three brothers very hard to find. Offered is an absolutely spotless Babe Ruth cachet from 1983, signed by all three DiMaggio brothers in bold ink. Clean as can be, this is very nicely matted and framed with a superb b/w image of these three. Total size 12 1/2 x Cachet Mantle and Maris (matted) Quality piece, this is a fine looking 24x17 shadow box style mat of Mickey and Roger. This is solid as it has a Mint 1965 cachet signed by Roger Maris in spotless black sharpie and a clean Yellow HOF Plaque signed by Mickey Mantle. These are presented with a fine larger image of these two legendary teammates. Fine to display as-is or to frame if desired. Good piece. 391 Anderson, Sparky Triple-Signed First Contract (1953) Very desirable piece, this is a clean Minor League contract for a 19-year old Sparky Anderson to play for the Santa Barbara Dodgers. Signed THREE times by Anderson, these are fine full George L. Anderson blue ballpoint autographs. The contract itself is clean. A HOF manager, this has to be the best contract of Anderson on the market. 392 Fox, Nellie 1966 Coach s Contract Good piece, this is an official contract for HOFer Nellie Fox to coach in 1965 for the Houston Astros. Signed boldly by Fox in blue ballpoint ink, the signature has a great flow. This is also signed by the team representative but not by the League President for some reason. Fox died in 1975 and is very popular among collectors. Please note the contract has some general wear away from the signature. 389 Check Cobb, Ty (larger format display) Nice 22 x 28 matted display of Ty Cobb. This comes with a check dated March 6, 1948 that has been signed by Ty Cobb in spotless full green fountain pen. Handsome display eagerly awaits your choice of frame. 390 Check Robinson, Jackie Fine looking framed display has one of the most popular of all Hall of Fame checks, a personal Jackie Robinson model. This comes with an LOA signed by Rachel Robinson. Smartly displayed with an unusual 11x14 color image of Jackie as both a Dodger and a Kansas City Monarch, total size 22 1/2 x 22 1/2. Ideal framed display looks terrific. 393 Hodges, Gil Signed 1955 Tax Return! Great, great piece, this is a real Gil Hodges tax return, signed Gilbert Ray Hodges, in flawless blue ballpoint ink (this is also signed by Joan Hodges). The tax return is not filled out, this must have been held for Gil or his accountant. We love this piece as it is from 1955, the Dodger and Gil s only World Series title in Brooklyn. A beloved Dodger and later Met, how often do you see a true full Gilbert Ray Hodges signature on a document from this era, much less 1955? A special, special piece for the very determined Dodger or Met collector. 394 Mays, Willie 1954 What s My Line Contract! Simply a great piece, offered is a superb one-page 1954 agreement for Willie Mays to appear on the classic show What s My Line. This was in the middle of 1954, the first World Series title for Mays, so a good year. Clean with typical wear, this has a gorgeous and very scarce 1954 Mays signature (also his first MVP season). The signature is simply stunning and is one of the best Mays signed items from this era any collector is ever likely to find. 65

13 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 395 HOFers/Related Signed Forensic Autographs w/mantle & Mays (6 pcs) Always popular, these are all notarized autographed 8x10 pages from the late 1980s. Presented on mats in matching frames, these would probably look terrific displayed together on a wall (they can also be removed upon request to reduce shipping costs). The roster is impressive here: Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, Willie Mays, Yogi Berra, Jim Hunter and Whitey Ford. These are always popular among collectors due to the high level authentication. Signed Letters 396 Bowerman, Frank Deadball era player from for the Orioles, Pirates, Giants ans Braves. He died in 1948 and is naturally a rare autograph. Offered is a superb 1946 ALS and original transmittal envelope. Interesting content mentions boxer Joe Louis and the U.S. Marines. Signed boldly in large fountain pen, a superb autograph. Possibly one-of-a-kind, very neat piece. 397 Cochrane, Mickey Gorgeous full ALS, when was the last time one of these came around? Written on very attractive Dean, Montana letterhead, content relates to a request for a photo (Cochrane politely pushes the issue down the road). The writing is in extremely attractive period blue ink, and the autograph looks terrific. We hardly ever see Mickey Cochrane letters even approaching this quality. Key HOFer, namesame for Mickey Mantle; D Hubbell, Carl (World Class, Incredible Content) We all know the autograph of New York Giants HOF pitcher King Carl Hubbell is common, and the minimum bid on this lot might seem crazy, but just wait till you read this letter. Most letters from baseball players are short notes devoid of meaningful or insightful comment, making the offered lot so remarkable. This is an absolutely gorgeous full page ALS dated April 22, Content reads in part: I am sure you do not know but I had a severe stroke a year ago this past October with some of my faculties badly damaged. I dont write much but die to your extraordinary circumstance I will try. When I finally got a chance in the big leagues after five years in the Minors and proved I was a big leaguer pitcher, I set a plan for myself that I would not do anything to interfere with my career in baseball on or off the field. The most memorable moment in my career was the moment I knew my career was over and I sat down and went over my career and baseball life and was satisfield that I had fufilled the plans that I had set for myself. Signed Carl Hubbell in Mint blue ballpoint ink. One of the most interesting and insightful letter we have ever seen from a Hall of Fame baseball player, this really has to be in any serious collection of fine letters. Fresh to market, this was buried within a classic Barry Halper New York Giants binder for almost 40 years! A gorgeous inscribed 8x10 accompanies the letter. 398 Combs, Earle Extremely early for a Combs, this is dated 9/24/1934 and is signed DURING his playing career. Full ALS, this has been wet at one time but still presents fairly well. Content is interesting as Combs writes that he hopes to regain his strength for the following year (which ended up being his last as a player). The right edge of the letter is clipped. signed boldly Earle B. Combs in period blue fountain pen. Rare due to its date Johnson, Walter Key piece, Walter Johnson handwritten letters are prized by collectors given both the beloved nature of the player, perhaps the greatest pitcher ever, and the relative scarcity as Johnson died in Offered is a two-page 5 x 6 1/2 ALS with the original transmittel envelope, all penned entirely by Johnson. Postmarked August 21, 1934, content warmly thanks a fan. Signed Walter Johnson in blue fountain pen, the n in Johnson bleeds slightly, not bad at all. The letters have some general wear from age and handling but still display quite well overall. Good piece from a truly legendary HOF player.

14 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 401 Morrill, John (19th century player, rare) Gorgeous piece, this is a 3x5 fully penned by this 19th century player. Known to card collectors as he is in the N29 Allen & Ginter set, Morrill played from , amassed 1,275 hits and played mostly for the Boston NL team. Morrill died in 1932, making his autograph naturally rare. Content relates to a meeting, the signature and writing all look great. This may be one-of-a-kind. 402 DiMaggio, Joe Signed Gartlan Figurine Tough piece, this used to sell for $1,000 or more. Limited edition from 1989, this is not an easy thing to find. Signed by Joe in impeccable black sharpie ink on the base, we have not had one of these in years. 403 Jeter, Derek Signed Base Always popular, this is a desirable Yankee Stadium collector model full size base. A very limited edition (16/50), this has an MLB hologram and was signed in February 2009 according to the MLB website. This fun piece offers a very large and fine Derek Jeter black sharpie signature at the top. Ideal for display, among the better Derek Jeter signed items that circulate. 406 Mantle, Mickey Signed Cooperstown Jacket Produced in 1991, this is a very uncommon Mirage Cooperstown Collection jacket with a copywright from Mark Okkonen. This is a very attractive design and is one of the better made Yankee jackets one will find. This is in the auction of course because of the autograph, an exceptionally bold, fine and sharp looking Mickey Mantle No. 7 silver sharpie exemplar. Easily the nicest Mantle autograph we have seen on a jacket, this is an extremely attractive piece. Almost always forged, authentic Mantle items like this are very scarce and desirable. This is an outstanding display piece as the jacket is so well rendered. 407 Mantle, Mickey Signed Cooperstown Jersey Fine looking and very unusual piece, this is a Cooperstown Collection Mirage 1961 Yankees model jersey. Very well done and attractive, this looks terrific. The offered piece is special as it has a Mint black sharpie Mickey Mantle No. 7 autograph on the front. As nice an autograph as can be found on a garment, the quality here is truly outstanding, with perfect contrast against the clean jacket. Terrific display piece, this is the first time we have seen one of these. Mantle signed jerseys are almost always fake, Mitchell and Ness examples can bring $4,000; lets start this at a ridiculously low minimum bid and see what happens! 404 Jeter, Derek Subway Series Model Jersey Classic Derek Jeter jersey, this handsome jersey is on a fine matted display and awaits your choice of frame (it can be removed from the backing to reduce shipping if desired). Signed by Jeter, a fine looking silver sharpie signature on his number. An excellent display piece, Jeter signed jerseys are always so popular among collectors. This comes with a Steiner LOA card. 405 Mantle, Mickey Signed Lobby Card Original lobby card has some damage by the top two corners in the borders but displays well overall. This is signed by Mantle in bold blue sharpie by the lower left corner. Ideal piece to frame. 408 Jersey Mays, Willie Very tough piece in recent years, offered is a fine looking Mitchell and Ness Willie Mays Giants model jersey. Signed on the front Willie Mays 2003 in respectable black sharpie, this displays quite well overall. 409 Jersey Rose (Cooperstown + Signed Plate) Terrific Pete Rose lot, offered is a fine looking 1963 Pete Rose Cooperstown Collection jersey, signed Pete Rose 1963 NL ROY in super bold blue sharpie. Also included a home plate signed Pete Rose #4192 The Hit 9/11/ This is almost a must-have pairing for a big Pete Rose fan. 67

15 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 410 Signed Home Plate w/26 HOFers incl. Mantle! Great piece, this is a real home plate with 25 HOF autographs! The autographs are very strong overall, some exhibit slight wear, with note to a superb Mickey Mantle right in the center! Obtained decades ago, the other HOFers include Drysdale, Aaron, Berra, McCovey, Bench, Morgan, Stargell, Ford, Palmer, Newhouser, Wynn and Kaline. One of the great things about this piece is there is plenty of room to add some of your other favorite HOFers Home Run Club Very scarce in recent years, this is the limited edition (282/500) image of the original 11 posed together before their legendary signing in 1989 in Atlantic City. Signed by all 11 players, each is a fine and large signature by their image. Charming piece, this is begging to be framed and displayed in your home or office Home Run Print The classic Ron Lewis 500 Home Run poster, this is a fine looking 18 x 36 color image. Signed by all 11 pictured, the signatures are nice but not perfect (all are fully legible at a minimum). Matted and framed (but with no glass), total size 42 x 23. Large Prints & Related Yankees Signed Lithograph Superb 1978 Yankees print is from a show in Atlantic City in Signed by 23 different Yankees, there are pictures of many of the players signing this on the reverse. This is a very well rendered 26x22 image. Autographs include HOFers Jim Hunter, Reggie Jackson and Goose Goosage. Other signatures include Guidry, Nettles, Randolph, Chambliss, Rivers, Dent and Blair. Limited edition (863/950), this is in a very solid frame that measures 36 1/2 x 33 1/2. Jim Hunter s death in 1999 makes these somewhat scarce and of course all future items from these teams after 1999 are missing Hunter. Good item for a fan of the Bronx Zoo Yankees who has some wall space. 68 Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February Aaron/Oh (lot of 10) Fun piece, this is a very attractive 17 x 26 1/2 Elins litho of Hank Aaron and Sadahara Oh in portait pose and batting. Extremely well composed, this looks great. Signed boldly by Aaron, Oh and the artist in the bottom margin. This is a terrific lot as these are numbered consecutively from out of 500. Low numbered editions hardly ever come to market, and these are consigned to us directly by the original show promoter. 415 Campanella, Roy Signed Litho One of the most desirable of 1980/90s era lithos, these are scarce. Offered is a very fine looking 24x18 litho with vivid imagery of beloved Dodger HOFer Roy Campanella. Limited edition (75/250), this was a very small run. Signed by Campy and Paluso in bold pencil, perfect clean and great looking piece.

16 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 422 Mantle, Mickey (1954 Topps card) Fun huge enlargement of what could have been Mickey Mantle s 1954 Topps card. Lightly framed to 27x39, this offers vivid color and excellent display value. Signed by Mantle in blue sharpie, a fine signature by the lower left corner. 416 DiMaggio/Mantle/Martin/Ford Very desirable piece, this is a terrific 11x14 color photo that came from Whitey Ford s personal collection. A truly classic image of four Yankee legends all together in pinstripes, each has signed this in Mint blue sharpie (there is the slightest smudge by the Dim in DiMaggio). These used to trade for $1,500, they are simply a great value in today s market as this is one of the best sharpie signed images one can find from the past 30 years. 423 Mantle, Mickey (1956) An iconic image, this is a wonderful 11x14 b/w Gallo image of Mickey Mantle seated in the dogout in 1956, his greatest season. Signed Mickey Mantle 1956 in Mint silver sharpie, we have not seen this before in black and white. Lovely piece, matted and framed to 18 1/2 x 21 1/ Ford, Whitey Signed Leroy Neiman Print Offered is a wonderful (and very scarce) 31x41 Leroy Neiman print (possibly a serigraph) of Whitey Ford. Produced in a very limited edition (108/175), this is signed by Ford and Neiman in the proper places in the bottom border. This is an extremely well produced piece of artwork, the nicest larger format image of Yankee legend Whitey Ford that we have ever seen. Presented in an extremely high quality frame that must have cost $500 or more, this grand piece measures out to 46 x 56 1/2. Please note this is the first time that we have seen or handled one of these. Our consignor was a close friend of Whitey s, which is almost certainly where this came from. 418 Jackson, Reggie Signed Litho & Signed 500 Home Run Game Ticket Neat pairing, offered is a very uncommon 18x24 Paluso litho of Reggie as an Angel. This is nicely triple-matted matted with a full signed ticket from September 17, 1984, his 500th home run game! The ticket may well be worth as much or more than the litho. Good piece, total size 24 x Jeter, Derek (The Dive) Another classic moment from Derek Jeter s storied career, this is a terrific 16x20 color image and detailed framed display. Signed by Jeter in the center, a terrific large and flowing sharpie signature. Matted and framed to 25 x 21 1/2, a true modern classic. 420 Jeter, Derek Signed Large Format Image Fun piece, offered is an extremely evocative 25x41 canvas style color print of Derek Jeter. Produced from a custom image, this is a grand view of Jeter batting in pinstripes. Signed by Jeter in flowing gold sharpie, a nice but not Mint signature. Nicely framed, total size 30x46. Lets start this below the cost of just the frame to make things interesting! 421 Koufax, Sandy Litho Very unusual 24 x 28 Dauss litho of Sandy K. Attractive piece, this has a Mint Sandy Koufax blue sharpie signature. Produced on high quality stock, nice piece. 69

17 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs 424 Mantle, Mickey Mickey Mantle Day Classic image, this is a fine looking color 11x14 image of Mickey Mantle from his day in Signed by Mickey at the top in blue sharpie, desirable Mantle signed photo. 425 Mantle/Martin/Ford A classic piece, this is a 18x24 litho of these three Yankee legends. Signed by all three, Billy s death in 1989 makes these somewhat scarce. Matted and framed very well, total size 24 x Mantle/Martin/Ford/Berra One of the most dramatic Yankee lithos, this very hefty piece measures a robust 33 x 21. Signed by all four Yankee legends in matching ink, this is a real conversation stopper. Total size 43 1/2 x Mays/Snider/Cepeda (lot of 2) Fairly unique image, we have not seen this until now. Offered is a superb 16x20 b/w image of these three HOFers posed together in uniform as 1964 Giants. Each has signed on their image in Mint blue sharpie. If you are a Giant fan, this is almost a must-have piece! 428 Williams, Ted Signed Litho Very uncommon Ted Williams litho, we hardly ever see these. Among the most desirable, this is a very limited edition (270/406) piece that looks terrific. 18x24, this has perfect signatures of Williams and Paluso. This awaits your choice of frame. 429 Williams, Ted (lot of 5) Quality lot of Ted Williams lithos, each is a 19 1/2 x 23 Elin edition. Produced to a full run of 406 pieces, this offfers four fine images of Ted from the 1940s and 1950s, very evocative. Each is signed by Ted in the bottom margin in bold pencil and also by the artist. Better lot as these are numbers from the run, such low number editions rarely ever come up for public sale (these are consigned by the original show promoter). 430 Collection of 8 different w/koufax, Mays & Berra (9 total pcs) Fine lot of nine high grade Paluso lithographs that look great. Each litho measures 18x24 and is a limited edition. These are not framed, allowing for reasonable shipping and many display possibilities. All HOFers, content is as follows: Berra, Dickey, Gehringer, Gomez, Hubbell (2), Koufax, Mays and Reesel. How is that for a great run of superstar HOF athletes? A great, great value and these also happen to display so well. 431 BW HOF Plaque Walsh, Ed Spotless Albertype plaque, signed by this deadball HOF pitcher in superb blue ink at the bottom border. Exemplary quality, it really does not get much nicer than this. D

18 February 3 Auction: Baseball Autographs Yellow HOF Plaques 432 Hank Aaron (lot of 10) Spotless run of Hank Aaron signed plaques. Each is signed at the top in super bold and large blue sharpie ink. 433 Sandy Koufax (lot of 5) Not easy to find in quantity, offered are five spotless Sandy K Yellow HOF Plaques in one shot. Each is signed at the top in flawless blue sharpie. This is one of the most popular pieces in this run. 434 Willie Mays (lot of 10) Spotless run of this elusive plaque of late. Each is signed in bold blue or black sharpie at the top margin. These are usually secretarial and are not easy to find in any kind of quantity. 437 Lot of 12 different w/hooper & Grove Strong lot, these are the usual suspects. Condition is clean. Content is as follows: Earl Averill, Max Carey, Joe Cronin (sec), Lefty Gomez, Burleigh Grimes, Lefty Grove, Harry Hooper, Carl Hubbell, Freddie Lindstrom, Al Lopez, Ted Lyons, Edd Roush and Bill Terry. These can run $800 as singles. Single Signed Baseballs 438 Earl Averill Lightly toned and clean 1983 All Star Game ball. Often forged, this is the real McCoy. Signed in the perfect spot below the seal for the game, this is a solid and spotless blue ballpoint ink signature. Underrated ball, 1930s era HOFer Earl Averill died in 1983, the same year this was signed! 435 Collection 9 Newer HOFers Needed by so many collectors, this is a terrific lot with nine different signed plaques from the last years. Condition is quite fine, content is as follows: Boggs, Bunning, Carter, Cepeda, Fisk, Molitor, Sutter, Sutton and Dick Williams. 436 Collection of 34 different Respectable lot of signed plaques, these are nice pieces. Condition is clean overall, with only very mild variance. This lot is nice in that it contains better names like Brock, Ford, Marquard, Killebrew, Newhouser, Weaver and Musial that are often missing from these types of lots. An exact listing will be on our web site. 439 Bennie Bengough Great single, this is a clear-coated Official League ball. Signed and dated Good Luck Benny Bengough Fed on a side panel, solid signature and ball. Bengough was a 1927 Yankee and he died in 1968; single signed balls are extremely scarce and desirable. 440 Roy Campanella Very clean ball is almost perfect. Signed in very large blue ink, a nice single for a Campy. These seem so undervalued to us given their inherent scarcity. Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February 3. 71

19 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs Single Signed Baseballs 441 Fidel Castro How neat is this? A true Fidel Castro single signed baseball! The story of Castro and baseball is well known; turned down by Major League baseball scouts, Fidel returned to Cuba, started a revolution, and turned world history in the second half of the 20th century. Not a signer of course - how many of these can be around? The offered ball is a clean off-white Mizuno Easton model. Signed on a side panel as follows: Fidel Castro Cuba, Julio in especially bold and fine black ink. The condition is simply terrific, and Castro s great affinity for baseball makes this even more special. Fun and rare signed baseball. 444 Red Faber OAL Cronin ball with some wear, this is signed U.C. Red Faber in bold blue ballpoint ink on a side panel. Faber, a HOFer from the 1919 Black Sox team, is an extremely rare single, this may be the first one that we have ever seen or handled. Something that you just never see, this is something truly special. Faber missed the 1919 World Series with the flu, probably very fortunate for him. Faber won 254 games and died in 1976, and again is almost impossible on a single signed ball. 442 Roberto Clemente Vital single, Clemente tragically died in a plane trash in 1972 delivering supplies to earthquake victims. The offered ball is a pleasing off-white Wilson Little League model. Signed and inscribed on the sweet spot, this has an awful lot of writing for a Clemente single. The autograph has a very attractive look and feel, a bit light but fully acceptable to all but super high grade baseball collectors. If you want a nice Clemente single and do want to spend five figures, than this ball is something to seriously consider. 445 Hank Greenberg Vital single, this is signed on an off-white and very clean 1983 All Star Game ball. The autograph is right on the sweet spot, in thick and bold black sharpie, contrasting very nicely against the clean ball. These have come down in price in recent years, providing for what is likely a tremendous buying opportunity in this market (we have sold these for over $4,000 in the past). 446 Burleigh Grimes Attractive and clean OAL MacPhail ball is evenly toned, providing for a nice vintage feel. Signed on the sweet spot, an especially large and nice blue ballpoint autograph, a full Burleigh A. Grimes. 443 Stan Coveleski 9 (OAL MacPhail) Elusive ball, this is much tougher than many collectors realize, especially in quality condition. The offered ball is a very clean Spalding OAL MacPhail model. Signed on the sweet spot, a terrific ink signature, dated December This is among the very nicest Coveleski singles that we have ever seen or handled Waite Hoyt Extremely fine Hoyt single, this does not have the typical bleeding or other condition issues. Offered is a very clean Official League ball with a Mint black sharpie signature on the sweet spot. Impeccable signature from this 1927 Yankee HOF pitcher; D Derek Jeter (special display) A better Jeter single, offered is a 2001 World Series ball with a terrific Mr November inscription. From an extremely limited edition (11/22), this must have been a pricey acquisition!. This is presented in a special display case with dirt from Yankee Stadium and comes with a Steiner LOA.

20 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs 449 Sandy Koufax 9.5 (ONL White) - lot of Five Sandy K singles in one shot. These are all on clean ONL White and Giamatti balls with terrific sweet spot signatures. All are signed in bold blue ballpoint, very nice lot. It is not easy to find Koufax singles in any kind of quantity. 453 Connie Mack Desirable Mack single from 1933, this is signed and inscribed with lots of writing. The ball itself is an off-white Official League model with only some slight wear. Pleasing Mack single with an unusual amount of writing, nice piece. 450 Tom LaSorda (lot of 12) Pleasing run of this uncommon single, all are signed on clean Selig balls with HOF inscriptions. Most have very slight smudging but still present quite well (all are pictured on our web site). 454 Mickey Mantle 9.5 (OAL Brown, HOF 74) High grade OAL Brown ball looks great. This is special as it is signed Mickey Mantle HOF 74 in bold and spotless blue ink on the sweet spot. Mantle hardly ever did inscriptions other than #7, making these thousands of times scarcer than the usual Mantle single. Terrific quality, this highly desirable Mickey Mantle signature will fill one of the most vital holes in any HOF single signed ball collection. 451 Fred Lindstrom s/30s New York Giant HOFer Fred Lindstrom died in 1981, five years after being inducted into the HOF. Common on 3x5s and such, he hardly ever comes around on a single and is missing from even extremely advanced collections. The offered ball happens to have a gorgeous blue ink signature, the nicest one is likely to ever find on a baseball. The ball itself is a clean Spalding League Ball that looks terrific. Outstanding combination of autograph and baseball, we dare say this will be an upgrade for any of you that are fortunate enough to have this ball in their collection. 455 Mickey Mantle (vintage) Very desirable true vintage single signed Mickey Mantle on an OAL Harridge ball. This may have seen some game use, and has some general wear. This is is signed and inscribed by Mickey on a side panel, a very pleasing vintage blue ink signature. 452 Ted Lyons Slightly toned OAL Brown ball has a bold and dark ink signature on the sweet spot. Subtly clear-coated for protection, this displays quite well. Better single as this 1930s HOFer died in 1986, before the modern show era. 456 Heinie Manush 9 (OAL Cronin) One of the rarest of all HOF singles form its era, when was the last time one of these came to market? Offered is a real gem, this ball was signed to former All Star player Roy Sievers. The ball is a white and fairly clean OAL Cronin model. Signed over an entire panel, there almost could not be any more writing. A very special ball, this will fill an awfully tough hole that is likely present in even the most advanced single signed baseball collections. 73

21 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs 457 Willie Mays (lot of 5) Five strong Willie Mays singles, each has a large blue or black ballpoint ink signature right on the sweet spot. The balls are ONL Giamattis and Whites, all are pictured on our web site. 460 Red Sox Collection (50 diff.) w/many HOFers Clean run of Red Sox singles, a mix of 1950s through contemporary players. Condition is strong, nearly everything is on an official ball. Great content here, including: Boudreau, Dawson (2), Eckersley, Ferrell, B. Herman, T. Holmes, Lonborg, Malzone, Marichal, Parnell, Petrocelli, Rice and Rosar. Great value lot, fresh to the hobby, there could be some very tough balls in here. 458 Babe Ruth Gorgeous Babe Ruth single signed baseball, among the best that we have ever seen or handled. Signed on a super clean OAL Harridge ball, this is simply terrific. Signed To Richard Sulzer From Babe Ruth in remarkably bold fountain pen, quality is amazing. This wonderful signature contrasts perfectly against the very clean ball. While we understand of course that it would be better if this was not personalized, this could well grade a Mint 9 and might be a $50,000 ball without the inscription, it is truly that nice. If you want a superb Babe Ruth single, than this beautiful signed baseball is something to seriously consider Red Sox - 28 different w/ken Brett Consigned by a truly die-hard Red Sox fan, this is a very deep run (missing Tony C of course) from this beloved Red Sox team. This is a desirable lot as it includes the very tough Ken Brett (pers., D 2003), Dick Williams, Yaz, George Scott and Billy Rohr. Condition is terrific, all are on official balls. An exact listing will be on our web site. 459 Ted Williams (lot of 5) 9.5 (OAL Brown) Premium lot of Teddy Ballgame singles, each is on a very clean OAL Brown ball. Each signature has a superb blue ballpoint ink autograph on the sweet spot, quality is superb. It is not easy to find these in any kind of quantity without condition issues Red Sox - Very Comprehensive Collection (36 different) Consigned by a truly die-hard and fanatical Red Sox fan, this lot not only includes all of the players from this historic team but owner John Henry, execs Theo Epstein, Tom Werner and Larry Luccino and even the announcer Castiglione. Players include Pedro Martinez, Curt Schilling, Manny Ramirez, David Ortiz, Johnny Damon, Jason Varitek and Kevin Youkilis. A full listing will be on our web site. These are all signed on 2004 World Series balls and looks great. 74

22 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs 463 Collection of 16 HOFers and Related w/aaron & Ryan Fine lot of singles, all are on official balls and most are quite high grade. Content is as follows: Aaron, Bench, Dawson (2, both HOF), Eckersley, Feller (2, 1 HOF), Musial, Palmer (2, both HOF), Rose (2), Ryan, Seaver, Snider (HOF) and Bobby Thomson. Lots of value here, a nice lot. 464 DiMaggio and Mantle Fine matched pair of Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle single signed baseballs; Mantle is signed on a flawless OAL Brown ball. Joe DiMaggio signed a Mint OAL Budig ball with a desirable #5 inscription and a hologram from the Joe DiMaggio estate. Absolutely spotless pair. 466 Fine Vintage HOF Ball w/2 Jimmie Foxx s Great ball, this is a slightly toned OAL Harridge model with a tiny mounting hole on the sweet spot. Signed exclusive by HOFers, there are 10 total signatures. Almost certainly signed at a HOF Induction, the autographs are as follows: two Jimmie Foxx s!, Home Run Baker, Mickey Cochrane, Ray Schalk, Lefty Grove, Paul Waner, Charlie Gehringer, Joe Cronin and Carl Hubbell. As Cochrane and Baker died in 1963, this can of course be no later than that. The autographs are a pleasing 8/10 overall and this is one of the best HOF balls from this era that can be found. This ball originated from the personal collection of team owner Joe E. Brown. Multi-Signed Baseballs Home Run Club 9 (ONL Giamatti) Fairly clean ONL Giamatti ball has some stray areas of toning but is nice overall. Signed by 10 members of the 500 Home Run Club, missing only Ted Williams from the usual suspects. Mike Schmidt is on the sweet spot, making this a great add for Phillies collectors. The autographs are in uniformly bold blue ballpoint ink and include Mantle, Mays, Aaron, Banks etc. 467 Giamatti/Feeney Rare ball, this is an evenly toned ONL Feeney model that probably saw some light game use. This is special as it is signed on the sweet spot by Bart Giamatti (D 1989) and on a side panel by Chub Feeney (D 94). The Giamatti signature is large but not perfect, about an 8/10 in our view, and the Feeney is quite bold. Giamatti balls hardly ever come around, especially something like this. 469 Mantle/Mays/Snider 9.5 (OAL Brown) This is an absolutely spotless OAL Brown model ball, signed by these three legendary New York City HOF center fielders. Each has signed in Mint blue ballpoint, Mickey is on the sweet spot. These are not so easy to find in this quality. 470 Old Timers w/dean (5 sigs) 8 (OAL Cronin) Desirable ball, this is a clear-coated OAL Cronin model. Vintage signed, this has five bold period blue ballpoint ink autographs. The absolute key to this ball is a fine Dizzy Dean on his own panel, 100% displayable as a single. The other signatures include Pee Wee Reese, Phil Rizzuto and Al Schacht. This comes in the original box. 75

23 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs 471 Old Timers w/foxx, Grove & Maris Fairly unique ball, this is a clear-coated OAL Cronin model from the 1960s. Extremely desirable, this ball boasts 22 fairly bold period ink signatures, a few of which have bled a bit (please consult the images of all panels on our web site). There are nine HOFers and some fine secondary star players. The key to this ball is a superb Jimmie Foxx on his own panel over the seal. Other better signatures include Greenberg, Grove, Dickey, DiMaggio, Maris, Johnny Murphy, Red Rolfe, Joe McCarthy and Earl Averill. Fairly unique ball, how many signed baseballs exist with Jimmie Foxx, Roger Maris, Hank Greenberg and Joe DiMaggio together? In light of this uniqueness and stellar star power, we feel the condition issues can be forgiven. Please note this comes in the original box. 474 Rickey/Frisch Rare ball, this is an evenly toned ONL Frick model from the 1940s or 1950s. The ball shows typical signs from age and is not bad at all. This is a very desirable ball as seminal HOFer Branch Rickey (D 65) is signed on his own panel and fully displayable as a single signed ball. In addition, HOFer Frankie Frisch signed the sweet spot and is also 100% displayable as a single signed ball; oddly enough, there is a clubhouse Dizzy Dean on an opposing panel. If you need to fill a space for a Rickey (or even a Frisch) single or are a big Cardinals fan, than this is something to take a look at. 472 Old Timers w/lefty Grove on Sweet Spot (12 sigs, 9 HOFers) Desirable 1960s era OAL Cronin ball has 12 reasonably strong period blue ink signatures. There are 9 HOFers, and are as follows: Grove, Traynor, Musial, Feller, Gehringer, Boudreau, Irvin, Doerr and Roberts. The other signatures are Thomson, Furillo and Branca. It is very unusual to find the signature of Lefty Grove on the sweet spot of a baseball. Grove, considered by many to be the greatest pitcher ever, died in 1975, long before people gave thought to such things. 473 Old Timers w/jackie Robinson (16 sigs) Fairly unique ball, this is a clear-coated OAL Cronin model from the 1960s. Extremely desirable, this ball boasts 16 fairly bold period ink signatures, a few of which have bled a bit (please consult the images of all panels on our web site). There are seven HOFers and some fine secondary star players. The key to this ball is a fine Jackie on the bottom of one panel (Jackie is very unusual to find on these types of balls). Other better signatures include a strong Paul Waner, Pepper Martin, Ernie Lombardi, Joe Medwick, Rip Collins, Billy Herman, Bucky Walter and Van Lingle Mungo. In light of this uniqueness and star power, we feel the condition issues can be forgiven. Please note this comes in the original box Ruth/Foxx Completely fresh to the hobby, this little treasure has been in a single family for many generations. Obtained in the New England area, we believe it was from 1935 when Babe Ruth was a Boston Brave and Foxx a Boston Red Sox player. The ball itself is a more than respectable ONL Giles with only some moderate general wear. This has a classic but light Babe Ruth on the sweet spot and a bold Jimmie Foxx on a side panel. If the Foxx was a single, this might be close to a five figure ball. Either way, this is special at it pairs the two premier sluggers of the era, signed as players, and of course two of the most feared hitters in all of baseball history. The Foxx autograph is huge, running the full length of the panel, the Ruth is a pleasing 5/10, 100% legible and still attractive. Great ball has not been seen by a hobbyist until now!

24 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs 476 Ruth/Gehrig Signed Early 1930s Ball One one of the weakest condition Ruth/Gehrig balls you will find, this is a completely toned OAL Harridge model ball. There are over 13 signatures on this ball, with note to HOFers Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe Cronin, Hank Greenberg, Mickey Cochrane and Rick Ferrell. Non-HOFers include Tom Bridges, JoJo White and Wes Ferrell. Please note our photos will be slightly enhanced so the autographs are visible but the ball itself is fully dark and the autographs are not easy to discern. Please note Ruth, Gehrig and Greenberg and are among the clearer autographs on the ball. 479 Wood, Joe Sr and Jr Always popular, Wood was an incredible pitcher for the early 20th century Red Sox teams, later a hitter and then coach to George H.W. Bush at Yale. Wood died in 1985 and is always a popular autograph on a ball. The offered lot is a slightly toned Rawlings Official League model from the late 1970s or early 1980s. This has a large and fine blue ballpoint ink signature of Smokey Joe Wood, and in a great touch, this is also signed Joe Wood Jr by his son in Mint blue ballpoint. Joe Wood Jr. played briefly for the 1944 Red Sox and died in Fresh to the hobby, from an incredible Red Sox autograph collection, how often do these come around? 477 Umpire Signed Ball w/klem & Goetz Rare ball, this is a lightly toned ONL Frick model from the 1940s. There are autographs of six umpires on this ball. The absolute key to this ball is the rare autograph of HOF umpire Bill Klem (D 1951); the other signatures include Larry Goetz (D 62), Babe Pinelli, Harry Geisel, Lee Ballanfant and Steve Basil. Umpire balls are very popular among a certain segment of the hobby due to their uniqueness and relative rarity, this one is a step above the others as it has the autograph of Bill Klem, which is extremely hard to find on any medium, much less a baseball. 480 Yankee Stars w/dimaggio & E. Howard 9 (OAL Cronin) Neat ball, this is a fine looking OAL Cronin model signed at an Old Timers Day game or other event in the 1960s. Solid ball as it offers a superb earlier Joe DiMaggio on the sweet spot, Elston Howard on his own panel (displayable as a single, superb quality), Tom Henrich and Gil McDougald. This comes with the original box. 478 Washington Senators 1959 Old Timers w/moe Berg & 4 HOFers Great ball, this is a very high grade OAL Harridge model with 22 signatures of former Washington Senators players. The signatures are quite fine overall, only a few are light. Solid ball as this has Moe Berg and HOFers Heinie Manush, Goose Goslin, Sam Rice and Stan Coveleskie; other notables include Chuck Dressen, Luke Sewell, Alvin Crowder, Roger Peckinpaugh and Cecil Travis. This was signed at a 1959 Old Timers Day game, how many of you have ever seen one of these? 481 Cy Young/Bob Feller Very unusual ball, this is a mildly toned and clean Little League Official ball from the 1940s. Signed on two separate panels by Cy Young and Bob Feller, each 100% displayable as a single. The Cy Young autograph is light but presentable, the Feller much bolder. This is a great chance to get a ball that displays as a Cy Young single without spending huge sums of money. Both were signed around the same time, likely in the 1940s, but possibly in the early 1950s as well. Neat ball. 77

25 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs Team Signed Baseballs Reds Team Ball Evenly toned ONL Heydler ball has 20 total signatures. Keys include HOFers Eppa Rixey (very scarce on a ball) and George Kelly. Other better names include Chuck Dressen, Carl Mays, Ethan Allen, Hugh Critz and Clyde Sukeforth. Signatures vary, some are very light. Overall, this is a fully presentable 1920s team ball with two HOFers and two other big names Yankees Team Ball w/real Gehrig - from Game 1 World Series! Clean OAL Barnard ball is quite nice. This has autographs from 18 team members. October 4, 1928 is written at the bottom of one panel, so we believe this was signed during game one of the 1928 World Series. This has a clubhouse Ruth but everything else is good. The ball is a fairly clean OAL Barnard model and while the signatures are certainly not Mint, they do present quite well. Keys include a pleasing Lou Gehrig, Lazzeri, Pipgras, Bengough, Meusel, Durst, Paschal, Dugan, Zachary, Thomas, Grabowski (rare), Pat Collins and Mike Gazella Yankees Team Ball w/fine Gehrig Signature Strong ball, this is a mildly toned and quite clean OAL Harridge model. This little treasure has 26 period fountain pen signatures in various colors. The absolute key to this ball is an extremely fine, exceptionally nice Lou Gehrig autograph on the sweet spot. The other signatures include HOFers Tony Lazzeri (D 56), Dickey (2x), Ruffing and Combs. Better non-hof autographs include Powell (D 1948 at age 40), Hadley (D 63), Rolfe, Murphy and Henrich. Six signatures are clubhouse: DiMaggio, Gomez, McCarthy, Fletcher, Malone and Pearson. While this might keep this from being a five figure ball, the Gehrig here demands some serious attention and is not that different than a similar example on a ball we sold several years ago for almost $9,000. Fresh to the hobby, if you want a high grade Gehrig autograph on the sweet spot of a Yankee ball, than this is something to seriously consider Cubs Team Ball (partial) w/real Hack Wilson Unusual ball is a Official Partridge League model. Lower grade ball, this is signed by 21 different members of the 1930 Cubs. One signature is clubhouse (Jimmy Burke) and four are enhanced (McCarthy, Clair, Hartnett and Taylor). With that disclosed, this still very desirable ball offers authentic signatures of Hack Wilson, Ray Schalk, Kiki Cuyler, Riggs Stephenson, Charlie Grimm, Bob Osborn and Bill McAfee. Two panels are much better than the others, and these panels happen to have the Hack Wilson and Ray Schalk signatures (each 8/10 in our opinion). These two autographs alone make this a desirable ball. This is especially nice as it was signed the year of Hack Wilson s virtually unbreakable single season RBI record of Senators Team Ball Lower grade Brines Official League ball has 17 total signatures. Rougher ball, the signatures vary and are not great. With that said, this is a very elusive AL Championship team ball, the last Senators team to make it to the World Series. Better autographs include HOFers Heinie Manush and Joe Cronin, as well as Stone, Travis, Crowder, Whitehill, Schacht and Bluege Reds Team Ball Tough ball of this World Championship team. Clean ONL Frick ball has 21 light but generally legible autographs. Better names include Ernie Lombardi, McCormick, Gowdy, Arnovich, Derringer and VanderMeer.

26 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs Red Sox Team Ball w/ted Williams Great piece, this is a true 1941 Red Sox team ball. Fresh to the hobby, from an incredible Red Sox autograph collection. The ball is an off-white but quite clean OAL Harridge model. The signature of Nelson Potter precisely dates this as a The person who collected this must have been very discriminating as there are only 12 signatures, but these include all of the keys, with note to no less than five HOFers! Lefty Grove is on the sweet spot from his final season (in which he attained his 300th win), vitally Ted Williams from one of the most famous seasons in all of baseball history, as well as an early Doerr. The other signatures are Pytlak, Finney (D 66), Dom DiMaggio, Dobson and Harris (D 71). Foxx and Cronin are the only clubhouse. Fantastic example of an extremely important and desirable team ball Pirates Team Ball w/frisch Very clean ONL Frick ball has 15 total signatures. Five are clubhouse oddly enough (Vince DiMaggio, R. Sewell, Klinger, Fletchet and Coscarat). With that said, this has a very bold Frankie Frisch at the center of one panel, HOFer Al Lopez, unheralded star Bob Elliott (D 66), Van Robays (D 65) and Wasdell Red Sox Team Ball Always desirable, this happens to be a very nice example of this scarce ball. The ball is a strikingly clean and nice OAL Harridge model with 19 solid and consistent period ink signatures. The key to this is course an earlier Ted Williams, signed on his spot on the sweet spot of the baseball. Other signatures include the elusive Rudy York (D 79), Wally Moses, Hal Wagner, Johnny Pesky, Joe Cronin, Bobby Doerr and Tom Carey (D 1970). A famous Red Sox team, they lost in heartbreaking fashion to the Cardinals in the World Series. This is a very scarce team ball and simply outstanding in terms of condition Dodgers Team Ball Offered is a clean off-white ONL Giles model ball. There are 23 total signatures, with only one clubhouse (Burt Shotton), which is great for a Dodger ball from this era. This includes the key signature of Rookie Jackie Robinson but it is quite light. The other keys are better, with note to Hodges, Reese, Arky Vaughan, Branca, Lavagetto, Reiser and Fitzsimmons. Shotten is the only clubhouse autograph here. Overall this is an affordable and presentable example of a key team ball AL All Stars Team Ball Great ball, this is a clear-coated OAL Harridge model. This ball has 25 well matched and very fine period blue fountain pen autographs. The first full season after World War Two, this loaded team has six HOFers: Ted Williams, Joe Gordon, Hal Newhouser, Bill Dickey, Luke Appling and Bobby Doerr. Better non-hofers include Vern Stephens (D 68), Charlie Keller, Ken Keltner, Dom DiMaggio, Rudy York (D 79), Frank Hayes (D 55), George Stirnweiss (D 58), Spud Chandler and Steve O Neill (D 63). Absolutely loaded ball, this is the first one in any kind of quality that we have ever seen or handled. Great ball. Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February Pirates Team Ball w/hank Greenberg Slightly worn unofficial ball may have seen some game use. There are 23 period fountain pen signatures, notable for Hank Greenberg on the sweet spot. Other signatures include Greenberg s protege Ralph Kiner, Billy Herman, Billy Cox, Preacher Roe, Bill Salkeld (D 67) and Fritz Ostermueller (D 57). The condition is rough but the ball is fully presentable. This is a very scarce ball from Hank Greenberg s final year in baseball, also notable for a Rookie Ralph Kiner Dodgers Team Ball 8 (ONL Giles) ONL Giles ball has some toning and general wear, not bad at all. Signed by 25, these are generally very solid and consistent blue ballpoint ink signatures. There are five clubhouse, which is not bad for a Dodger ball from this era: Reese, Snider, Loes, Furillo and Meyer. Authentic signatures include a fine real Jackie, a fine real Campy, Hodges, Dressen, Cox, Podres, Dick Williams, Palica, Erskine and Labine. Quality Dodger ball as it has a real Jackie and Campy. 79

27 February 3 Auction: Signed Baseballs Giants Team Ball (World Class) As nice as we have ever seen, this is simply a stunning quality ONL Giles ball. A famous World Championship team, always remembered for Willie Mays s basket catch in game 1 of the World Series. This strikingly clean ball has a 30 signatures. The autographs are in impeccable blue ink and contrast perfectly against the clean ball. This has the usual stamped Durocher but NO CLUBHOUSE! Keys include Willie Mays from his first MVP season, Monte Irvin, Hoyt Wilhelm, Sal Maglie, Al Dark, Wes Westrum, Hank Thompson, Hoot Evers and Whitey Lockman. This has to be among the finest example of this desirable World Championship team ball in circulation Yankees Team Ball w/real Mantle & Berra Evenly toned ONL Giles ball possible saw some light game use. This is a very unusual 1961 Yankee ball as it happens to have a real Mantle and Berra but Maris is clubhouse - the opposite of the way 99% of these come around. There are 25 slightly light but respectable period blue ink signatures that are consistent. Other keys include Elston Howard, Ralph Houk, Skowron, Richardson and Sain. Affordable 61 Yankee ball with a real Mantle Mets Team Ball /10 overall, off-white but clean ONL Giles ball has 27 total signatures. The Stengel is the usual clubhouse but this has a real Hodges, Ruffing, Ashburn, Neal, Throneberry, Hickman and Miller. The Hodges and Ruffing are two of the best signatures on the ball Yankees Team Ball 9 (OAL Harridge) Very desirable Yankee team ball, one of the most popular of the era. Extremely hard to find with a real Mantle, this is the first we have had in many years in condition. The ball itself is an off-white and very nice OAL Harridge model. There are 22 consistent and fine blue ballpoint ink signatures. Keys include a fine real Mantle on the sweet spot, Kubek, Berra, Ford, Simpson, Larsen, Slaughter, Richardson, McDougald, Grim, Shantz and Skowron. This is a very hard ball to find in this quality Red Sox Team Ball Another famous Boston Red Sox team that lost to the Cardinals in the World Series, this is also a very popular and desirable ball. The ball itself is a clean OAL Cronin ball, especially nice for a 67 Red Sox. This clean ball is filled with a full 29 signatures. Keys include the vital Tony C, Yaz, Dick Williams, Elston Howard, Lyle, Scott, Lonborg, Joe Foy and Doerr. Only Maglie and Ryan are clubhouse. This is easily one of the best 67 Red Sox balls to hit the market in recent years LA Dodgers Team Ball Tougher World Championship ball, we have not had one in some time. Clean ball is an ONL Giles model, with a full 33 signatures. These vary a bit but are more than acceptable overall. This ball offers four HOFers: Alston, Drysdale, Koufax and Reese. In addition, there are quality names like Hodges, Furillo, Neal, Roseboro and Dressen. Quality ball will nicely fill this hole in your Championship team run NL All Stars Team Ball (superb quality) Super clean 1997 All Star Game ball, this has 32 exceptionally fine and consistent dark ballpoint ink autographs. Keys include Bonds, Pedro Martinez, Larkin, Glavine, Biggio, Maddux, Bagwell, Frank Robinson, Schilling, Piazza, Caminiti and Larry Walker. Loaded ball, immaculate condition. 80 Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February 3.

28 February 3 Auction: Signed Bats 507 Mantle, Mickey** A real oddball item, this is a custom Mickey Mantle brass plate that is mounted to a bat. The bat itself is an unmarked Louisville Slugger. The plaque is signed Mickey Mantle No. 7 in bold blue sharpie. Affordable Mantle signature on but not on a bat displays quite well Yankees Team Ball in Grand Display + 4 Single Signed Balls Great display piece, offered is a super clean 1998 Yankees World Series model baseball with 26 spotless blue ballpoint ink autographs. These autographs include Jeter and Torre on the sweet spot, Rivera, Pettite, Cone, Tino Martinez, O Neill, Pettite, Bernie Williams, Knoblauch, Girardi and Raines - the condition is truly impeccable. This is presented in a terrific custom display with single signed balls of Tino Martinez, David Wells, Scott Brosious and Shane Spencer, many with desirable inscriptions. A historic team, the best of this Yankee run, a display of this quality will always be very desirable. 508 New York Giants w/mays, Hubbell & Terry Great bat, offered is a pristine Cooperstown Collection New York Giants model. Very special, this has 11 bold blue sharpie signatures. The content is terrific, with Mays, Hubbell, Terry, Irvin, Stanky, Mize, Thomson, Rhoades and McCormick. This is probably rare as hardly anyone did things like this before 1987 and 1988 when Terry and Hubbell died. Terrific addition for a big Giants fan. Signed Bats Yankees Team Signed Bat Always popular, this is a custom very limited edition (156/200), New York Yankees 2000 Subway Series model bat. Signed by a full 29 team members in sharpie ink, a few signatures are a touch light but these are very nice overall. Seemingly all keys are here: Jeter, Rivera, Torre, O Neill, Pettite, Cone, Clemens, Tino Martinez and Knoblauch. Good piece, these have really dried up in recent years. This comes with a Steiner LOA. 505 DiMaggio, Joe (1941 series) One of the most classic of all signed bats, this is a super clean Joe DiMaggio limited edition (1771/1941) bat. Signed in super bold blue sharpie, this is a very large and spotless signature. Peerless contemporary signed bat, these will always be very special. 506 Jeter, Derek Signed Bat Spotless Derek Jeter P72 player model bat. Signed in large and bold silver sharpie on the barrel, a very nice bat. Always popular, these are much tougher than his single signed balls. This comes a Steiner LOA. 504 Collection of 5 Signed Bats w/good content Good lot of five single signed bats is as follows, all are player models unless noted: Mays (slightly light signature), Rizzuto (limited edition stat bat, 87/100, has some fading, Ryan signed generic black bat, Schmidt with HOF 95 inscription and Strawberry signed special custom bat. Good lot of signed bats. 509 Red Sox HOFers w/williams, Yaz & Pedro Terrific piece, offered is a fine looking Boston Red Sox Cooperstown Bat company bat. Signed by only Boston Red Sox HOFer players: Williams, Yaz, Fisk, Rice, Doerr, Boggs and Pedro Martinez. The signatures are in exemplary quality, and contrast very nicely against the clean bat. This is a very special piece as these are always missing Boggs, Rice and Pedro; it would be a huge cost no doubt to add those to an existing bat. Smartly collected, sadly with the controversy around David Ortiz, these may be the only Boston Red Sox HOFers for decades to come. 81

29 February 3 Auction: Historical Autographs Presidential Autographs 510 Letter Adams, John Quincy (1817) Gorgeous letter as Secretary of State dated February 17, Written to Senator Charles Pack, content relates to a diplomatic appointment. This is warmly signed John Quincy Adams, absolutely gorgeous signature on an outstanding medium. Please note the letter is in another hand, but the signature is a bold Quincy Adams. A very important figure in early United States history, this will be a welcome addition to any Presidential or historical autograph collection. 511 Jackson, Andrew Signed Document One of the most discussed Presidents in U.S. history, offered is an attractive 15 1/2 x 10 land grant from July 1, Signed by Old Hickory in slightly light but nonetheless pleasing period ink, this is counter-signed by Elijay Hayward as Commissioner of the General Land Office. This has been folded and exhibits general wear, but it has a perfect Presidential seal and still displays reasonably well. 513 Document McKinley, William Attractive Naval Document from 1899 signed by McKinley as President. This attractive larger format document has a flawless Presidential seal and a super bold McKinley autograph. This is also signed by Naval Secretary John Davis Long (D 1915). Mounted onto board, this has some condition issues including creasing but still displays quite well. 514 Document Roosevelt, Theodore Attractive large format Naval Appointment document. This has some slight edge wear and is missing the Presidential seal. Signed by TR, a pleasing signatures, and by his Naval Secretary Charles Bonaparte (D was Naval Secretary for one year before becoming Attorney General, very bold signature). Interesting TR document, ideal for display. 512 Lincoln, Abraham (signed five days before his assassination) PSA Remarkable piece, this is a 3 1/2 x 1 1/4 cut is dated April 10, 1865, four days before his tragic death on April 15, This reads as follows: Let these men be released on taking the oath of Dec. 8th A. Lincoln April How appropriate that one of the last items signed by Lincoln in his life would be a merciful item. Quality is very fine, this is graded Mint 9 by PSA DNA. This is extraordinary in terms of both the super bold A Lincoln signature and perhaps more importantly, the date this was signed! A special, special piece. 515 Taft, William Howard Signed Document Extremely attractive document, this is a very handsome 18x14 military appointment from December 21, Signed by Taft in large period ink, this is counter-signed by the impactful Henry Stimson as Secretary of War. Neatly folded, this will look tremendous in the right frame. 516 Wilson, Woodrow Signed Large Format Document Huge 21 x 16 document appoints a John K. Brown First Lieutenant of Cavalry in Signed by Wilson, this has a perfect Presidential seal. Mounted onto a high quality backing, total size 28x23. Unframed. 82

30 February 3 Auction: Historical Autographs 517 Coolidge, Calvin Signed Book Rare and very desirable, this is one of the earliest Presidential autobiographies attainable signed. From an edition of 1,000 pieces, this is numbert 673. Signed in large black fountain pen, this has a nice flow and displays quite well. The book itself is from 1929 and has been professionally rebound at one point. Extremely fine presentation, a very desirable piece. Please note Coolidge died in 1933, only four years after this book was published. This is a fine item to add to either a Presidential autograph or antiquarian book collection. 518 Document FDR Good FDR document, this appoints a Joseph A. Ziembo to a Customs Collector position. Handsome document exhibits only some general wear, the Presidential seal is perfect, this has excellent eye appeal. Signed by FDR at the lower right corner and his impactful Treasury Secretary Henry Morgenthau Jr at the lower left. The signatures are very solid and fine. Framed to 21x17, this is a very nice antique style presentation. 521 Letter Eisenhower, Dwight (great content) Great piece, offered is a gorgeous 7x9 TLS on White House letterhead from Signed by Ike as President, content reads as follows: I am glad that you liked the UN speech - and I only hope its impact on the people of Western Europe will be as positive as you say. I am always grateful for firsthand reports from my friends on both national and international problems. Signed by Eisenhower at the close, a perfect Mint signature in black fountain pen, truly remarkable quality. Please note the speech referred to in the letter, Atoms for Peace, was one of the most important ever given by Ike and was a plea for peaceful use of atomic energy and the legacy of his wise policies carry on to the present day. Terrific Eisenhower letter with excellent content. 519 Letter Truman, Harry (good content) Funny letter, content relates to a brief case that Truman mentioned that he used: I used to carry it all the time between the President s Office and the Press Conference Room. I still have it and will always keep it. Clean TLS is on his personal letterhead and is dated March 4, Signed boldly by Truman at the close, a large and impeccable dark ink signature. Please note there is a stray piece of tape on the right edge, far away from the signature. 520 Eisenhower/Nixon Signed Sports Diploma Nice piece, this is a 12x9 original document from This is to a Win Clark for work with the Eisenhower-Nixon Sports Committee. Attractive document has an image of the U.S. Capitol building and is signed by Eisenhower and Nixon (Eisenhower s signature is much bolder than Nixon s). Nicely matted and framed, this will look great in an office or den. 522 Book Johnson, Lyndon Desirable Presidential autobiography, these seem so undervalued to us given LBJ died in The dust cover has some edge wear and such, not bad at all. Signed in Mint black ink on the front free endpaper, this is volume two of his autobiography, covering Book Nixon, Richard Gold embossed first edition of In The Arena from With the dust jacket, this has a signed Nixon library bookplate attached to the front free endpaper. 524 Carter, Jimmy Lot of 3 Books Three copies of President Carter s 1995 book Always A Reckoning. Each has a huge blue ink autograph. 83

31 February 3 Auction: Historical/Entertainment Historical Autographs 525 Clinton, Bill Signed Autobiography book My Life. This has a large black sharpie signature on the title page. This will always be a classic book for autographed book collectors. 526 High Quality JFK Campaign Poster and Related Material (3 pcs) Ex-Mt This rare artifact is a large, original Presidential campaign poster that pictures a youthful portrait of John F. Kennedy from his 1960 campaign for the White House. The red, white and blue cardboard poster measures an impressive 28 X 41 and proclaims Kennedy For President, Leadership For The 60 s. Kennedy defeated Republican Richard Nixon in one of the closest Presidential races in American history and became the youngest person to ever be elected to the Office of President. Also included is a program and ticket. 530 Custer, General Signed/Framed Check Iconic Civil War figure, his fame lives on well over a century after his death in Offered is a 6 1/2 x 2 3/4 National Bank of Louisville check signed by Custer in slightly light but certainly legible ink. The check is dated March 1, 1873 and is very handsomely presented with an image of Custer (total size 12x15). We love the very attractive George Washington 2 cent stamp by the lower left corner. Historical Autographs 527 Letter Armstrong, Neil Superb TLS, this is on University of Cincinnati letterhead dated January 21, This is neat as it is written to a Boy Scout troop declining an invitation to appear. Content is terrific as Armtrong extolls the virtues of becoming an Eagle Scout. Signed in spotless blue ballpoint ink, very nice signature. This is very tastefully matted and framed to 11 1/2 x 13, terrific display piece. 528 Letter Calhoun, John ALS Terrific 7x9 ALS dated September 12, This is a personal letter to a Joseph Scoville. Content relates to burying the hatcht and becoming friends. This is interesting as Scoville wrote an 1843 biography about Calhoun. Signed J.C. Calhoun in bold and dark ink. Vice President and key historic figure, D The letter has fold lines and some general wear but presents quite well overall. 529 Letter Cox, Archibald (JSA LOA) Letter Doyle, Arthur Conan Interesting piece, this is a TLS written to this legendary author in 1930 for help in publishing a large work about spiritual life and truth. Doyle writes as follows at the upper right corner: Excuse brevity as I am ill. It could only possibly be published at the expense of the writer or his freinds. A Conan Doyle. Writing is clean, this comes with the original transmittal envelope. The author of Sherlock Holmes, a beloved cultural icon that continues to this day, Doyle died in LS/DS by Doyle list for $903 in the Sanders guide. 532 Heller, Joseph Signed Catch A classic work, Heller (D 1999) was a World War II combat veteran, flew 60 combat missions as a bombardier, novelist, short story writer and playwright. This is a an earlier book club edition from 1961, with a very fine condition dustjacket. Signed boldly by Heller on the front free endpaper, terrific quality all around. An important book that has become a catchphrase.

32 February 3 Auction: Historical/Entertainment 533 Photo MacArthur, Douglas General Douglas MacArthur has signed this 9.75 X 7.75 original black and white photograph that pictures him in trademark fashion, holding a cigar in hand as he shakes hands with a distinguished gentleman. Signed in black fountain pen - a slightly light but fully presentable fountain pen flowing autograph x 10 Rosenthal, Ken Signed Iwo Jima Flag Raising Image One of the most iconic images of the 20th century, this was taken by photographer Ken Rosenthal. Later b/w print, this is signed Best wishes to Dick Spiegel from Joe Rosenthal in sharpie ink. Rosenthal died in 1978, making these somewhat scarce, these are always very desirable. 543 Collection of 78 Entertainment/Pop Culture Autographs Fine pop culture and related collection, a few are mounted cuts, condition is very clean, most are identified on the reverse. A nice mix, content includes: Suzy Chaffee, Ted Danson, Kirk Douglas, Faye Dunaway, Florence Henderson, Janet Leigh, Darlene Love, Rex Reed, Carl Reiner, Rob Reiner, Lee Remick, Debbie Reynolds, Ginger Rodgers, Mickey Rooney and Carly Simon. There is no duplication. Signed 8x10 Photos 544 Broderick, Matthew (JSA LOA) Brosnan, Pierce (as Bond) (JSA LOA) Burnett, Carol (JSA LOA) Caan, James (JSA LOA) Cage, Nicholas (JSA LOA) Carlin, George (JSA LOA) Eden, Barbara (JSA LOA) Como, Perry (JSA LOA) Clean b/w image has a Mint black sharpie signature. 551 Cousteau, Jacques Scarce 8x10 of this important scientist. Signed in Mint blue sharpie, this pioneer died in Damon, Matt (JSA LOA) x 5 Collection of 17 autographs Clean lot of 3x5s and related flats, signatures are very fine overall. Content includes the following: Joseph S Clark, Walter H Judd, John McLellan, Frederick H Mueller, Sam Rayburn, Abe Ribicoff, Albert Rosseini, Fred Seaton, John Sparkman, Arthur Summerfield and Stuart Symington. Entertainment Autographs 553 E.R. Original Cast Photo (7) Classic and important televison show, signed by the memorable first season cast. Perfect quality, with Clooney, Magulies, LaSalle, Stringfield etc. 554 Ebsen, Buddy Clean b/w portrait, signed and inscribed neatly at the lower right corner. Signed 3x5s 536 Letterman, Dave (JSA LOA) Michener, James (JSA LOA) Preminger, Otto (JSA LOA) Seinfeld, Jerry (JSA LOA) Rodgers, Richard (mounted cut) (JSA LOA) Rawls, Lou Desirable autograph of this fine entertainer, this is a spotless blue sharpie signature with a great flow. Signed on a clean colored 3x5, excellent condition all around. Rawls died in Williams, Tennessee Clean colored 3x5 has a solid blue ballpoint ink signature. This legendary American playwright died in

33 February 3 Auction: Entertainment Autographs 86 Signed 8x10 Photos 556 Elvis (stunning quality) One of the best Elvis signed photos one is likely to encounter, offered is a very desirable 8x10 blank backed premium. Signed To Veronica yours Elvis Presley in gorgeous blue fountain pen. This is signed in the absolutely perfect place on the photo and is a world class signature. The flow and contrast against the clean medium are outstanding. This is a gorgeous b/w portrait image of Elvis, this will be surely be a treasured addition to any autograph collection. 557 Foster, Jodie Scarce, this lists for nearly $200 in the Sanders guide. Fine color photo has a perfect sharpie signature. 558 Heston, Charlton (JSA LOA) Holbrook, Hal (JSA LOA) Howard, Ron (JSA LOA) Keeshan, Bob (Captain Kangaroo) (JSA LOA) Moore, Demi (JSA LOA) Pacino, Al Please note JSA does not authenticate Al Pacino s autograph but we believe this to be authentic. 564 Parker, Fess (JSA LOA) Pitt, Brad (JSA LOA) Quinn, Anthony (JSA LOA) Randall, Tony (JSA LOA) Raymond, Gene & Jeanette MacDonald (JSA LOA) Reiner, Carl (JSA LOA) Reiner, Rob (JSA LOA) Rogers, Ginger (JSA LOA) Segal, George (JSA LOA) Smothers Brothers Clean b/w image is signed and inscribed by the two Smothers Brothers in bold blue sharpie. 574 Stone, Sharon (JSA LOA) Thurman, Uma (JSA LOA) Travolta, John (JSA LOA) Welch, Raquel (JSA LOA) Young, Bert (JSA LOA) Various Signed Items 579 Dixie Chicks Signed Cassette Tape (3) (JSA LOA) Gandolfini, James Signed Baseball A modern classic, sadly scarce. Signed James Gandolfini Tony, spotless signature on a flawless Selig ball. 581 Check Haley, Jack (lot of 20) Clean lot of checks from the actor who played the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz. These are from 1968 and 1978, and have bold blue ballpoint ink signatures. 582 John, Elton Signed Record Classic vinyl album, Greatest Hits. Signed by Elton John, you could not ask for a bigger or nicer blue sharpie signature, superb quality. 583 Kahanamoku, Duke Signed Placemat Very unusual piece, this is an 18x12 paper placemat (with some wear) promoting Miller High Life beer. Signed at the top center by this legendary surfer, a terrific signature and inscription in super bold blue ballpoint ink. Kahanamoku, a legend in Hawaii and among surfers, died in 1968 and is naturally a desirable autograph. 584 Neiman, Leroy Signed Large Format Book Very desirable, this is a classic 2000 coffee table style book celebrating Neiman s many works of art. Signed Leroy Neiman , an absolutely huge and spotless black sharpie ink autograph. 585 Nimoy, Leonard Signed Book (JSA LOA) Nimoy, Leonard Signed 11x Classic oversize image of Mr. Spock. Signed in large and Mint blue sharpie. 587 Orlando, Tony Lot of Two 16x20s, One w/biography Interesting pair of very attractive Tony Orlando full color 16x20. One is signed I m A Yellow Ribbon, the other has the full career biography. Signatures and writing are all flawless.

34 February 3 Auction: Entertainment Autographs 588 Plimpton, George Signed Book first edition hardcover of Truman Capote by George Plimpton. Signed by Plimpton on the title page in spotless blue ballpoint. Great literary combination. 589 Photo Rockwell, Norman (Boy Scout image) Oversize paper color image of a Boy Scout getting a merit badge, titled A Great Moment, this iconic image is signed by Rockwell at the lower left corner in Mint black sharpie. This has a tiny corner crease in one spot. 590 Photo Rockwell, Norman and Molly Rockwell Scarce, this is a charming 5 x 7 original color print of Norman Rockwell and his beloved wife Molly together in the 1970s. Signed by both, the signatures are in Mint black sharpie. 591 Rockwell, Norman Signed 1927 Saturday Evening Post Full issue of the Saturday Evening Post from July 23, This is a fine image of Charles Lindbergh created by Norman Rockwell. Signed by Rockwell in black sharpie at the lower right corner, desirable Rockwell signed piece. 592 Rockwell, Norman Signed 1955 Saturday Evening Post - Special Rockwell Issue! Very desirable, this is the full Saturday Evening Post edition from March 12, Bound and issued as a book titled A Norman Rockwell Album, this belonged to a Warren Baskerville and is engraved as such on the cover. Rockwell signed the front cover, noted for its presentation of 12 of his best covers, in black sharpie by the bottom border. The signature is a touch light but fully legible. Quality Rockwell signed book. 595 Rockwell, Norman Signed Print (football image) Engaging black and white 11x14 print on higher quality stock. This is a classic Rockwell image of a younger buy helping his older brother go to a football game in which he is playing; signed by Rockwell at the bottom margin in Mint blue sharpie. This has the proper authenticity stamp from the original Rockwell museum in the 1970s. The Rockwell library now sells items just like these for $1,000 each. Classic piece of Americana. 596 Rockwell, Norman Signed Stamp Plate block plate of Tom Sawyer 8 cent stamps from This image was created by Norman Rockwell, and this sheet is signed sincerely Norman Rockwell in bold black sharpie on the bottom margin. Popular collectible from a legendary American cultural figure. 597 Cachet Rogers, Ginger Scarce, Gateway postmarked this on the day she died. Signed in impeccable blue ballpoint ink, very nice. 598 Rogers, Roy Signed Poster Fun piece, this is a very large 24x30 print from Very evocative, this was produced by The Nostalgia Merchant and is a limited edition (551/1600). Special as this is signed Happy Trails Roy Rogers Trigger in huge and flowing sharpie ink in the center. 593 Rockwell, Norman Signed 1971 Saturday Evening Post Full issue of the Saturday Evening Post from Summer This has a terrific cover of an older Norman Rockwell painting. This has a crease but otherwise displays quite well. Signed by Rockwell in black sharpie at the lower right corner, desirable Rockwell signed piece. 594 Rockwell, Norman Signed Print (fishing image) Engaging black and white 11x14 print on higher quality stock. This is a Rockwell image of a Dad preparing his son for some real fishing and is signed by Rockwell at the lower right corner in Mint black sharpie. This has the proper authenticity stamp from the original Rockwell museum in the 1970s. The Rockwell library now sells items just like these for $1,000 each. 87

35 February 3 Auction: Non-Sports Cards 599 Schultz, Charles Signed Snoopy Book w/sketch Utterly charming, this is a 5 1/4 x 8 Peanuts paperback from the late 1950s. Signed on the title page, a huge Charles M. Schulz blue ballpoink signature; as if that was not enough, this has a superb Snoopy sketch in spotless blue ballpoint. Evocative piece, a true classic. 600 Simpson, Jessica Signed Baseball Large Print Stallone, Sylvester Perfect image of a younger Stallone as Rocky. Signed in Mint blue sharpie, the autograph could not be any bigger or nicer. 602 Large Print Tyler, Steven Pair of Steven Tyler 16x20s, each signed in sharpie ink. These will look great in the right frame. 603 Collection of 4 Signed CDs w/billy Ray Cyrus (JSA LOA) Non-Sports Cards E47 Jockey Caramels Collection of 11 Cards Good Lower grade lot of an unusual issue. All cards will be pictured front and back on our web site. The backs are clean overall, with writing on only one card Trio of 3x5 College Silks VG Lombardi Stage Worn Jacket from Broadway Show Interesting piece, this is a jacket worn by actor Dan Lauria as he played the legendary Vince Lombardi in a Broadway show about Lombardi in This black North Face jacket is signed God Bless Dan Lauria Lombardi in bold silver sharpie and comes with an LOA from Good Morning America. This was donated for a charity event. Nice little piece Dare Devils Complete Set (24) VG-Ex Fun little set is one of my personal favorites from the era. Condition ranges from GVG to Ex, mostly VG-Ex. We will have front and back scans of every card on our web site. These cards have uniformly bright color and excellent eye appeal, the set is so 1930s America Goudey Boy Scouts Complete Set (48) VG-Ex Very condition sensitive issue, full sets do not come around very often. The offered set is about 60-70% VG-Ex, the balance mostly a nice VG. The backs are clean, this is a nicely composed and consistent example of an issue that does not come around very often in complete set form. Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February 3. 88

36 February 3 Auction: Non-Sports Cards Goudey Indians Complete Set (216) + Wrapper VG-Ex/Ex A truly classic and beloved set, one of the absolutely vital non-sports card sets of any era and truly prized among the few collectors who are fortunate enough to have been able to complete a full set. A bear of a set to make, some of the high number cards and other commons simply do not come to market, making this always a multi-year project. Carefully collected by our consignor over perhaps a decade, these are a very pleasing mid-grade quality overall, with clean backs (only six have clear tape on the reverse) and only mild, natural variance (there are Ex Plus and Ex-Mt cards scattered about as well). Scarcer series are represented as follows: Series 24 (1), Series 48 # (23), Series 48 #25-48 w/red panel (2), Series 48 high # (14), Series 96 #1-24 (11), Series 192 #25-48 w/line ending more cards (2), Series 288 # (1), Series 288 # (3) and Series 312 (29). Some cards have multiple variations, for a total of 234 cards plus the wrapper. The winning bidder should really enjoy this treasure Horrors of War Complete Set w/wrapper VG-Ex Vital set, one of the most important non-sports card sets ever produced. A landmark issue, this set vividly showed the great costs of war throughout Europe and East Asia. This set does not in any way glorify war, the vivid images were in fact an attempt to clamp down a rush to war by showing its horrid effects. Among collectors, this is a real prize and sure to be among the top highlights of any non-sport card collection. The offered set is completely fresh to market and was carefully assembled card-by-card by a collector with a good eye. We sent the following cards to PSA: 1 PSA 4, 88 PSA 3, 95 PSA 4, 191 PSA 6, 195 PSA 5, 213 PSA 5, 237 PSA 5, 240 PSA 5, 245 PSA 6, 261 PSA 5, 269 PSA 6, 277 PSA 2, 283 PSA 4, 285 PSA 4, 286 PSA 3 and 288 PSA 2. The set includes a desirable wrapper. For the balance of the set, for the series, condition is just shy of Ex overall, with some Ex-Mt and better cards scattered about; hardly anything is VG, the backs are quite clean. The series cards are very similar, a very consistent VG-Ex/Ex, again a hair below Ex overall and more than respectable. The highest number cards ( ) are also VG-Ex/Ex and well collected. One of the most visually striking sets of cards ever produced, this would also not be out of place in a 1930s sports card collection for something different. A very smartly assembled mid-grade set, again completely fresh to market. 89

37 February 3 Auction: Non-Sports Cards R132 Aviation Complete Set (48) VG-Ex Well cut, these have residue on the back from being in a scrapbook or other medium, so definitely not something for slabbing. The fronts, however, are generally well cut, bright, clean and attractive. Elusive 1930s aviation set Gunmakers True Spy Story Complete Set (24) VG to VG-Ex Elusive little set, the first time we have handled one of these. The set vividly illustrates and describes various spy stories going back to the American Civil War. Condition varies, some are weaker with respect to corners but otherwise present well, others are VG-Ex or better. The set has no technical defects and the backs are clean. 615 Collection of 5 U.S. Historical Related Sets Ex Fun lot of four circa 1940s R sets related to American history. These were all issued in strips and can be somewhat challenging to grade. We feel these are a bright Ex overall but there will be some variance. The lot contains the following four sets: (1) R129 American History (48 cards, varies but close to Ex Plus overall), R58 Generals and Flags (24 cards, mid-grade, about VG-Ex/Ex overall), R128 Western Series (48 cards, VG-Ex to Ex-Mt) and R130 Western Series (48 cards, mixed grade, about VG-Ex overall with variance) and R131 Western Series (48 cards, about Ex overall with some variance). Fun group of sets to peruse, these represent a terrific value in today s market World In Arms Complete Set (48) Ex but varies Pleasing 48-card set also includes an additional card with an overprinted back. The cards are about 50-60% Ex or better, the balance almost all a nice VG-Ex. Collected with care, this is a very attractive issue heavy on detailed images of aircraft, artillery and other weaponry. The backs are perfectly clean, the fronts as well. Corner wear, centering and mild toning keep this from grading higher but again this is a very attractive and consistent mid-grade set. The unusual numbering system on the reverse probably makes this one of the harder sets to find complete Lone Ranger Complete Set (48) VG-Ex/Ex Vital set, beloved by so many collectors of non-sports cards from this era. The basic 36-card set is a very consistent VG- Ex/Ex, there is some mild variance but these were clearly collected with great care; 4-5 cards are sharp and could well be 6s or 7s, there is nothing beat up here or in immediate need of an upgrade. We sent all of the high numbers to PSA and they came back as follows: 37 PSA 6, 38 PSA 4, 39 PSA 5, 40 PSA 4, 41 PSA 4, 42 PSA 2, 43 PSA 4, 44 PSA 3, 45 PSA 4, 46 PSA 4, 47 PSA 4 and 48 PSA 4. A well assembled midgrade set, how often do these come around? Collection of 6 World War Two Era R Sets Ex Reasonably well presented collection of five circa 1940 R World War Two related sets. Each is 48 cards and has good color and eye appeal. The cards easily average Ex overall. The sets are as follows: Army Navy Air Corps (Ex+ overall), The Second World War (mixed, about 70% Ex-Mt, balance VG), America At War (about Ex overall), The Nightmare of Warfare (about VG-Ex overall), R-40 Defending America (sharp Ex-Mt overall) and R-54 The Foreign Legion (mostly a nice VG to Ex-Ex). These sets are not rare but they are also far from common, and appear to represent a simply tremendous value in today s market Uncle Sam Complete Set (144) Ex Produced by Gum Inc, this is a very patriotic set from This is a very tough set to complete as it has a very tough high number run ( that catalog for $125 per card). This vital high number run is quite clean overall, all will be pictured front and back on our web site. This is another extremely graphic, colorful and evocative set that highlights all of the various modern weaponry used at the time as well as terrific detail on the preparations on the home front for war. The backs are quite clean overall, the fronts a strong Ex Plus overall with only mild variance. Very desirable and attractive mid to better grade example of this classic 1940s non-sports set.

38 February 3 Auction: Non-Sports Cards War Gum Complete Set (132) VG-Ex Visually striking set, very evocative of the era. Cards are fairly consistent and were clearly collected with care, there are only a handful of weaker cards in this offering. The backs are exceedingly clean overall. Difficult set as it is fairly large and has a high number run. Fun set has attractive cards of many of the key military and world leaders of the team, as well as terrific color images of the war and its destruction. High quality set, it is easy to see why these are so popular among collectors R168 M.P. & Company War Scenes Complete Set (48) Ex Bright and attractive set was hand-cut from strips as intended. Cards vary a bit, some have mild creasing, but most are Ex or better and clean. The colors and imagery are quite vibrant Goudey Indians Complete Set (96) + wrapper Ex A reissue set but far from common, these are distinguished from the 1933 issue by black printing on the back. The offered set is somewhat mixed but also exceptional overall as there are some very clean cards here. We sent these into PSA for grading: 1 PSA 7, 2 PSA 7, 10 PSA 5, 18 PSA 5.5, 25 PSA 5, 36 PSA 5 and 87 PSA 4 (we honestly feel these grades are extremely conservative). The balance of the cards are very sharp and clean overall, perhaps 70-75% Ex-Mt and nicer, with many Near Mint cards, the balance mostly Ex to our eye. Fine looking set is one of the nicest that we have seen. Please note the #1 card in a PSA 7 holder is a very pricey card: the last sale we could find was for an SGC 7 back in 2009 for $282. The pop report on this card is pop 1/2 with only two higher, the #2 card is a pop 1/8 with only one higher. Extremely fine example of this fun 96-card also comes with the wrapper in a nice touch America Salutes the FBI Complete Set (36) VG-Ex/Ex Fun set we have not seen or handled until now. A good companion set for the baseball and football Bowman issues, as the back is similar. Cards are Ex Plus overall, a few stray cards could be upgraded. Clean and attractive smaller-size card issue from Ed-U Cards Lone Ranger Complete Set (120) Ex+ w/nicer Uncommon smaller size issue, condition is about half a superb Ex-Mt or better, the balance mainly VG-Ex or Ex. A nice set that is well composed, the backs are clean. Strong mid to higher grade set overall Hopalong Cassidy Complete Set (284) w/all 8 foil cards Key set from its era, the size, high numbers and the very tough foil cards make assembling a full set a real accomplishment. Interesting set as the color tints progress from black and white to many other colors, culminating in the fully colorized high numbers. The offered set is nearly half Ex-Mt, the balance mostly VG-Ex and Ex (I love that so many have their original rough cuts). Collected with great care, this is a very nice mid to better grade set. The high number cards offer wonderful color, with some centering issues and a few cards in need of upgrading (closer to Ex overall but again with variance). The eight foil cards (all of which will be pictured front and back on our web site) are a grade lower, about Fair-Good overall with one much nicer card than the others. The backs are very clean overall, the set is very well assembled. This might be the first time we have ever offered a full set of these at public auction Post Cereal Hopalong Cassidy Complete Set (36) NM Sharp and crisp set is about 80% Near Mint or better, the balance mid to better grade. Quite clean and sharp, this is a very clean set Topps Mini License Plates Collection of 78, near-set Ex but varies.100 Popular set, these are not punched but vary from Good to Ex. Cards have no technical flaws or back issues as a rule, just honest wear. The missing card #s are 7, 20, 22, 33, 70 and 73. Good lot, this probably has many tougher cards T129 Red Man Indian Chiefs Complete Set (40) NM Higher grade like usual, this is a fine looking 40-card oversize issue. Condition averages a strong Near Mint overall. 91

39 February 3 Auction: Non-Sports/Basketball Basketball Cards Davy Crockett Complete Orange Border Set plus Display Box Top Ex Very popular issue, this is special as it includes the original 5 cent box top from the wax box; even better, this is the file copy for hobby legend Woody Gelman. The cards themselves look great, they are perhaps 60-70% Near Mint or very close to it, the balance mostly Ex Elvis Complete Set Ex-Mt/NM Crisp and fine set, we honestly feel the graded cards are very undergraded. The set is reasonably well centered, bright and clean. Cards look to be perhaps 20% Near Mint, the balance almost all Near Mint. The graded cards are as follows: 1 PSA 4, 2 PSA 6, 15 PSA 6, 28 PSA 7, 44 PSA 6, 48 PSA 6 and 66 PSA Bowman Collection of 6 w/pollard & Holzman Ex Good lot as it has one of the keys to the set (#66 Jim Pollard RC SGC 6). The other cards include 54 Palmer PSA 6, Bowman Complete Low Number Set (36 cards) VG-Ex Desirable basic run of the first 36 cards from the vital 1948 Bowman basketball set. These are far from common and offer an outstanding value in today s market. The offered set is notable for exceptional centering and consistent eye appeal. The set is VG-Ex overall with some nicer cards. The keys are as follows: 1 Calverley Good, 4 Lewis VG-Ex, 6 Ferrick VG-Ex/Ex, 9 Phillip VG, 10 Davies VG+, 12 Sailors VG-Ex/Ex, 14 Dallmar VG, 15 Hale VG-Ex/Ex, 18 Rocha VG+, 21 Levane VG-Ex/Ex, 32 Holzman VG-Ex/Ex and 34 Fulks VG. Ideal starter set and a set that really has to be in any serious vintage basketball collection, even without the high numbers. A dealer can also do very well piecing these out as singles of course Fleer Indians Complete Set (80) NM card set is similar to the Ted Williams baseball card set. The #1 card is Ex, the rest of the set easily averages Near Mint overall and is clean. Very nice condition set will ably fill this hole in your non-sport set run Topps Sports Cars Collection of 101 Assorted Ex-Mt Lot has heavy duplication and is mostly very clean. Condition varies mildly, lot looks to be 70%+ Ex-Mt or better, with some Near Mint Topps 54 different w/russell, Cousy and Heinsohn GVG Lower grade but not abused lot, notable for the inclusion of the three key cards to this great set. These present as a fairly uniform GVG or so overall with mild variance. Stars are as follows: 5 Sharman GVG, 10 Arizin GVG, 13 Schayes Good, 15 F Ramsey VG, 17 Cousy Fair-Good, 19 Heinsohn Good, 24 Pettitt Fair-Good, 28 Mikkelsen VG+, 32 John/Red Kerr GVG, 37 Hagan Good, 42 Stokes Good, 43 Hundley VG, 44 Gola GVG, 59 Bianchi VG, 71 Twyman Good, 77 Russell Fair, 78 Lovellette VG+ and 80 Schnittker VG Fleer Complete Set Ex Vital basketball set, this is a reasonably well composed midgrade example. We sent five cards to PSA and received what we felt were some very tough grades. The remaining cards are about half Ex-Mt and well centered, the balance off-center not nearly as bad as typically found. The many key cards grade as follows: 1 Attles VG, 3 E Baylor Ex-Mt+, 8 Chamberlain RC PSA 3.5, 10 Cousy Ex-Mt cd, 19 Heinsohn Ex-Mt oc, 22 KC Jones Ex++ ctd, 23 Sam Jones Ex+, 34 Pettit Ex-Mt ctd, 36 O Robertson RC PSA 5, 38 Russell PSA 4, 43 West RC PSA 4, 44 L Wilkins Ex-Mt+, 46 Baylor IA VG-Ex/Ex, 47 Cham. IA Ex-Mt oc, 49 Cousy IA Ex-Mt+, 61 Robertson IA Ex, 62 Russell IA Ex-Mt+ ctd (wax on back) and 66 West IA 92 PSA 6. 92

40 February 3 Auction: Basketball/Boxing Basketball Autographs Topps Complete Set Ex Pleasing mid to better grade set, about half Ex, half Ex-Mt. Cards have bright white borders and a fresh feel. Anchored by strong cards of Alcindor and Chamberlain, this could benefit from some very simple and inexpensive upgrading but nonetheless represents a terrific value with those two strong cards alone. The key cards are as follows: 1 Chamberlain Ex-Mt ctd, 2 Goodrich RC Ex, 15 Hawkins RC Ex-Mt, 20 Havlicek RC Ex++, 25 Alcindor RC Ex++, 35 Baylor Ex- Mt, 40 Cunningham RC Ex, 43 Bradley RC Ex-Mt, 50 Robertson VG-Ex/Ex, 56 Unseld RC Ex-Mt, 60 Reed RC Ex++, 75 Hayes RC Ex, 90 West Ex++, 98 Frazier RC VG and 99 Checklist VG mk x 10 Jordan, Michael (UDA) Mint image of a younger Michael flying through the air with a slam dunk. This comes with the UDA paperwork. Signed in bold silver sharpie, a classic MJ signature. Nicely matted and framed, this really has to be in any basketball autograph collection Topps 100 Oscar Robertson PSA Topps Uncut Sheet w/two Bird-Magic Rookies NM Key modern piece, this is a full 132-card sheet that is loaded with HOFers and star players. Very clean, the two Bird/Magic Rookie Cards do appear to be extremely clean and fine, with no creasing or surface damage. The back of the sheet is super clean as well. In addition to the two key cards, there are 10 more cards with either Larry Bird, Julius Erving or Magic Johnson. We have not had one of these in some time, there is a perforation line for every two cards, we assume that is how these are all issued. Final process sheet, fresh to market. 639 Jordan, Michael Final Floor Grand Display One of the best Jordan pieces ever produced, offered is a huge grand display with a custom very limited edition (57/230) Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls road replica jersey from the 1998 NBA finals. This was MJ s final game as a Chicago Bull, he beat the Utah Jazz in game 6 with an unforgettable jump shot. This amazing display by Upper Deck consists of a signed jersey and an actual piece of the game floor from when Jordan hit this game winning shot. Jordan s autograph is in silver sharpie and looks good, this must have run our consignor thousands upon thousands of dollars when he obtained this at the time of issue. A true conversation stopper and a perfect item for a Jordan fan with some wall space. Total size 30x59, this can be removed from the frame to reduce shipping costs if desired. 93

41 February 3 Auction: Basketball/Boxing Boxing Cards 640 Maravich, Pete Signed Book Always desirable, offered is a Heir To A Dream by Pete Maravich. This has the original dust jacket but it has lots of wear. Signed and extensively inscribed, a flawless signature with lots of writing, very nice. Good piece. 641 Ron Lewis HOF Postcard Uncut Sheet (19 sigs) Very attractive uncut sheet of 25 postcards, limited edition, 19/500. Signed by artist Ron Lewis as well, signed by 18 of the 25 pictured. Impeccable quality, autographs include Mikan, Wooden, Bradley, Holzman, Arizin, Petitt, Barry and Frazier. Fine display piece looks terrific Topps Magic Photo Collection of 40 cards in original album Ex Charming 6x4 original album, this has 40 of the small size cards from this set inserted as intended (they are NOT glued in). Subjects include boxing, football, track and field, hollywood and various. There are at least 14 boxers, with Tunney, Fitzsimmons, Braddock and Sharkey. Football stars include Doak Walker, Lujack, Connor and Bednarik. Photo contrast is about average, larger lot is nicely presented as intended Topps Adventure 44 R. Marciano SGC Razor sharp card of this beloved boxer, the corners could not be any sharper. Centered slightly to the bottom border, or this would almost surely have graded a Mint 9. Boxing Cards Boxing Autographs s/40s Collection (12 pcs) Better lot of boxing cards is as follows: 1938 Churchmans: 3 Baer PSA 8, 8 Carpentier PSA 7, 12 Jack Dempsey PSA 8, 20 Jack Johnson PSA 8, 26 Joe Louis PSA 7, 34 Schmeling PSA 7.5, 35 Tunney PSA 6.5 and 1, 2, 6 & 7 (all ungraded, about NM overall). Also included is a 1948 Leaf 55 Corbett PSA 4.5. Nice lot with some real heft Leaf Complete Set Fun and attractive 49-card set is loaded with marquis names. Condition varies mildly but easily averages Ex overall. The key cards are as follows: 1 Jack Dempsey PSA 2 (tough grade), 9 James J. Jeffries Ex, 17 Jack Johnson VG+, 32 Max Schmelling VG-Ex/Ex, 35 Henry Armstrong VG-Ex/ Ex, 48 Joe Louis PSA 2 (clean w/back damage), 55 James J. Corbett NM, 64 Sugar Ray Robinson BVG 5.5, 73 Gene Tunney PSA 4.5, 90 Primo Carnera Ex-Mt, 93 Max Baer VG-Ex/Ex, 101 John L. Sullivan PSA 5 and 102 Jake LaMotta VG-Ex/Ex Ali/Holmes Signed Baseball Very good piece, this is a clean ONL White model baseball. Signed by Muhammed Ali on his own panel in perfect blue ballpoint, 100% displayable as a single. The sweet spot has a fine Larry Holmes signature. 647 Book Ali Signed Matted Display Charming display, this is a 17x13 mat with a hand signed bookplate from Ali s very uncommon book Healing. This is a very peaceful and hopeful display that eagerly awaits your choice of frame (the book is smartly mounted to the reverse). We hardly ever see this book signed Ali Foreman Closed Circuit Phillipines Poster Ex* Desirable poster, this is a very scarce closed circuit poster from the historic September 30, 1975 bout between Muhammed Ali and George Formean (The Rumble in the Jungle). The offered lot is nice as this was in the country where this legendary fight took place. This has a signature and inscription from an unknown person by the title. There are some fine stray paper creases, and an extremely minute closed tear at one spot by the lower left corner. Despite these condition issues, this displays quite well and will look simply terrific in the right frame. Good piece.

42 February 3 Auction: Boxing/Football Football Cards 649 Ali Signed Salvino Figurine Fun and desirable Muhammed Ali figurine from Limited edition, this has a Mint black sharpie signature. Underrated given what 8x10a and such bring, this displays very well. 650 Ali Signed Paluso Litho Spotless 18x24 litho was produced on a very small scale (77/300). Signed by Ali, an enormous five plus inch pencil autograph! Also signed by Paluso, this awaits your choice of frame Ali Norton Full Ticket - Signed by Ali! Great piece, offered is a fine looking full ticket from the memorable Muhammed Ali/Ken Norton fight in 1976 (Ali won in 15 rounds). The full ticket looks great and is a PSA 6. This is very special as it has a very neat PERIOD Ali signature just below his image, something you hardly ever see, which has been slabbed by PSA/DNA along with the ticket. Very good Ali ticket Bowman Complete Set VG-Ex/Ex Very difficult first Bowman football set, known for its many scarce cards that are divisible by three. The key cards are as follows: 1 Tereshinski VG-Ex/Ex, 3 Lujack PSA 3, 7 Van Buren VG-Ex/Ex, 12 Conerly PSA 2, 22 Baugh PSA 6, 26 Waterfield VG, 36 Turner PSA 5, 48 Kutner Ex, 60 Nickel NM, 63 Pihos PSA 6, 81 Goldberg Ex-Mt, 84 Crisler VG-Ex/ Ex, 99 Gilmer Ex, 102 Angsman VG-Ex, 107 Luckman PSA 2 and 108 Ray PSA 5.5. Condition is about 80% VG-Ex/Ex or so, the PSA grades here were awfully harsh in our view, perhaps 10-20% of the set is Ex-Mt or thereabouts and crisp. Not bad at all, this is a very condition sensitive issue often found in terrible quality. A good set to cross off the list, these do not come around very often as full sets Bowman 6 Lou Groza RC PSA Centered just about 50/50 all around, which is so unusual for one of these. The borders are nice and white, the corners come to solid points. Who wants to add a key PSA 8 HOF Rookie Card to their collection? 652 Signed Gloves Collection of 9 Different HOFers and Stars Respectable collection of signed boxing gloves, content includes: Alexis Arguelo, Carmen Basilio, Oscar de la Hoya, Marvin Hagler, Larry Holmes, James McGirt, Sugar Shane Mosley, Aaron Pryor, Ernie Shavers and Leon Spinks. Condition is not Mint but pleasing. Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February Bowman Complete Set VG-Ex/Ex Very attractive and pleasing set, the condition does vary however. Cards are perhaps 20% a strong Ex-Mt or Near Mint, the balance are almost all in the VG-Ex range or so. These have bright colors and display quite well. The key cards are as follows: 5 Tittle RC Ex-Mt hand cut, 6 Groza RC VG-Ex/Ex, 9 Canadeo RC VG-Ex/Ex, 23 Van Buren VG, 26 Lujack VG-Ex/Ex, 27 Luckman Good, 28 Turner VG-Ex, 29 Dudley Ex, 35 Perry RC Ex-Mt+, 37 Layne FBC VG, 45 Graham RC PSA 5, 51 Fears RC NM, 52 Hirsch RC VG, 129 Trippi VG-Ex/Ex, 132 Bedarnik FBC Ex-Mt+ and 134 Pihos Ex++. Very substantial and desirable early Bowman football set, these usually come to market in very poor quality, this is a very well collected mid-grade offering. 95

43 February 3 Auction: Football Bowman Complete Set Ex Pleasing set is anchored by a PSA 6 example of the key card of George Blanda. Condition varies, about 70% Ex-Mt or a strong Ex Plus or better, the balance is almost all from VG- Ex to Ex Plus, not bad at all. If desired, this set could benefit from some very simple and inexpensive upgrading. The key cards are as follows: 1 Ray Mathews NM, 4 Doug Atkins RC Fair, 8 Norm Vn Brocklin Ex-Mt+, 23 George Blanda RC PSA 6, 40 Otto Graham Ex++, 42 Y.A. Tittle Ex+, 53 Bobby Layne Ex, 54 Hugh McElhenny Ex-Mt, 55 Frank Gifford Ex, 57 Chuck Bednarik VG-Ex/Ex, 76 Leo Nomellini SP Ex- Mt+, 85 Lou Creekmur SP PSA 4 and 128 John Lattner RC VG-Ex/Ex All American 68 Four Horsemen SGC Extremely popular card, the key to this classic set. Super sharp and bright card, slight centering to the left border appears to be the only issue here. The borders simply could not be any brighter Nu-Cards Football Complete Unopened Box (24 packs) Ex-Mt/NM Increasingly popular 80-card College Football set has desirable cards of Ernie Davis and Roman Gabriel. Offered is a clean original wax box with 24 five cent packs as issued. The backs are tight, and exhibit only very mild wear. Anyone want to hunt for some 10s? Topps Complete Set Ex+ but varies Mixed set needs some TLC % of the set is a fine Ex-Mt or better, providing for some real value. The balance is very mixed however, and should be easy and inexpensive to fix if desired. The keys are as follows: 1 Johnny Unitas VG-Ex/ Ex, 10 Jim Brown Ex, 20 Frank Gifford NM, 23 Bart Starr Ex-Mt+, 40 Bobby Layne NM, 51 Sam Huff RC Ex-Mt, 55 Raymond Berry Ex-Mt+, 82 Paul Hornung VG-Ex/Ex, 103 Alex Karras RC Ex-Mt+, 116 Jerry Kramer RC Ex, 130 Y.A. Tittle Ex+, 132 Jim Parker RC Ex++, 140 Bobby Mitchell RC VG and 155 Jim Taylor RC Ex-Mt Topps Complete Set Varied set has 70 graded cards, with an approximate SMR of $1,526. There are 34 6s (mostly PSA) and 13 7s (mostly PSA). Please note the SMR on the big three cards here is well below current market levels. Vital football set, presented in a quality mid to better grade, the key cards are as follows: 1 Eddie LeBaron PSA 6, 2 Pete Retzlaff PSA 5, 14 Pat Summerall PSA 7, 22 Norm Van Brocklin PSA 7, 28 Lou Groza PSA 7, 30 Y.A. Tittle Ex mc, 31 George Blanda SGC 6, 32 Bobby Layne VG-Ex/Ex, 85 Dick Lane RC SGC 7, 88 Frank Gifford PSA 5, 94 Raymond Berry RC VG-Ex/Ex, 96 Stan Jones PSA 6, 104 Earl Morrall RC Ex-Mt+, 119 Bart Starr RC SGC 4, 128 Lenny Moore PSA 7, 129 Joe Perry DP PSA 6, 138 Johnny Unitas RC SGC 4.5, 151 Paul Hornung RC SGC 5.5 and 154 Fred Morrison Ex Fleer 20 Baugh PSA Topps 23 Jim Brown GAI Gorgeous card, this honestly looks like it should cross. Fairly well centered, this has four super sharp corners, a perfect image, no print, flawless borders and that signature high grade look. Superb condition here Topps Complete Set Ex Slightly mixed set, these are about 70% Ex Plus or better, with some fine Ex-Mt cards; the balance are mostly VG and VG-Ex, far from terrible. This is a simple thing to upgrade if desired. The key cards are as follows: 1 Johnny Unitas Ex, 4 Raymond Berry Ex++, 23 Jim Brown Ex, 51 Starr VG, 54 Hornung Ex, 56 Gregg RC Ex-Mt+, 74 Gifford Ex, 80 Huff Ex-Mt+, 93 Layne Ex-Mt+, 113 Tittle Ex++ and 132 Redskins TC Ex-Mt+.

44 February 3 Auction: Football Carlings Beer Complete Set (10) w/jim Brown NM Superb piece, these are wonderful oversize 8 1/2 x 12 premiums. Condition is superb here, these are all sharp, crisp and clean. The key Jim Brown card looks terrific, Near Mint or better, as does the Bobby Mitchell and the rest of the set. Superb quality, great display value here Topps Near-Set w/nearly all key cards (162 different) Ex Substantial set with many stars, of the keys, this is missing only Hornung, 122 Checklist and Otto. Somewhat mixed set, about 30% is a very clean Ex-Mt or better, the balance mainly in the Ex to Ex Plus range but with variance. Nice set overall, keys are as follows: 1 Unitas Ex, 39 Starr VG-Ex/ Ex, 41 Taylor Ex++, 57 Unitas IA Ex+, 58 Tittle VG-Ex/Ex, 59 Brodie RC Ex, 67 Checklist Ex-Mt+, 71 Brown Ex-Mt+, 77 Brown IA Ex+, 95 Jurgensen Ex++, 104 Layne Ex, 145 Blanda Ex+, 150 Maynard RC Ex and 166 Kemp VG Philadelphia 1 Berry PSA Philadelphia 91 Olsen PSA Topps 9 Garrett PSA Philadelphia Complete Set Ex Solid Ex Plus set overall, this has mild variance. 15% or so of the set is a strong Ex-Mt or better, with some Near Mint cards. 60% of the set looks to be Ex Plus or better, the balance varies mildly. The key cards grade as follows: 12 Unitas NM, 14 Shula RC Ex-Mt+, 17 Ditka VG-Ex, 30 Brown Ex-Mt, 48 Lilly Ex-Mt, 71 Adderley RC Ex-Mt+, 74 Hornung Ex+, 79 Starr Ex++, 84 Lombardi Ex+, 91 Olsen VG+, 109 Tarkenton Ex-Mt+ and 198 Checklist Ex mk. Clean, well designed football set has a classic look Topps Complete Set Ex-Mt Tougher set with several single-printed cards, these also have a very clean design and look. Solid set is about 70-80% Ex-Mt or better, the balance almost all a very nice Ex. Extremely consistent, crisp and attractive set needs only a few small upgrades. The key cards are as follows: 1 Addison SP VG-Ex/Ex, 30 Kemp SP Ex-Mt+, 31 Lamonica RC Ex++, 68 Blanda SP Ex++, 82 Checklist VG-Ex mk, 90 Bell RC Ex- Mt+, 92 Buchanan RC Ex+, 96 Dawson SP NM, 121 Maynard Ex-Mt, 148 Otto SP NM, 155 Alworth Ex-Mt, 159 Hadl RC Ex-Mt and 176 Checklist VG-Ex/Ex unmarked Fleer Complete Set Ex-Mt/NM Very attractive set, this is about 70% reasonably well centered, the balance are sharp but have the usual centering to the left border. Still a very good looking set, this can be fixed without tremendous effort if desired. The key cards are as follows: 1 Lott Ex-Mt, 16 Shaw Ex-Mt+, 46 Blanda NM, 59 Maynard NM o/c, 72 Otto NM o/c, 74 Williamson RC NM, 79 Kemp NM+, 86 Ladd RC Ex-Mt o/c and 88 Nery RC Ex-Mt Topps Complete Set Strong Ex-Mt/NM Very, very nice set, this is a very attractive issue when it can be found in quality. Loaded set, this one is about 15% Near Mint, 70% Ex-Mt to Ex-Mt/NM, the balance almost all a nice Ex. The key cards are as follows: 1 Unitas Ex-Mt, 14 J Brown PSA 6, 44 Jones NM, 49 Tittle NM, 62 Ditka NM o/c, 74 Meredith SP Ex-Mt, 82 Lilly RC SP PSA 6, 86 Starr Ex+, 87 Taylor PSA 7.5, 95 Wood RC NM, 96 Nitschke RC Ex, 98 Tarkenton Ex, 107 Marshall RC Ex-Mt, 153 Hill PSA 8 and 170 Checklist NM. Please note there are four PSA 8s in this set: 6, 28, 149 & Philadelphia Mike Pyle PSA Superb card is almost perfectly centered with four Mint corners. Fantastic condition, fully deserving of its Mint 9 grade Gale Sayers RC PSA Key Rookie Card, this is a real beauty. Fresh to market, this is a superb card with four sharp corners, excellent centering, bright color and super white borders. This has that signature high grade look and feel. One of the most popular football players ever, these seem undervalued to us, especially in high quality. 97

45 February 3 Auction: Football 1966 Philadelphia Gene Hickerson PSA Very desirable Mint 9, these trade very close to $1,000. Mint card with four perfect corners, immaculate surfaces, this is super bright and clean. Fresh to the market, this is a great looking card Dallas Cowboys Team Card PSA Very well centered with four perfect corners, this has no chipping on the back and pristine corners. Superb Mint 9 card of a beloved team, this will be an ungrade for almost everyone Ernie Green PSA Roger Brown PSA Davis PSA Clarence Peaks PSA Bill Triplett PSA Packers TC PSA Only a pop 1/5 with none higher, this is a tough card to find in this quality. Fresh to the hobby, this has four perfect corners, ideal centering, immaculate white borders and a perfect image. The green back has no chips at all and is Mint. Remarkable condition card from the ultimate football team Nitchske PSA Key card, this is a real beauty. This card has four ultra sharp corners that exhibit no wear, bright white borders, excellent centering and a crystal clear image of a smiling and hairless Ray Nitschke. Very popular Packer HOFer, his cards from this era do not come around in Mint 9s every day. This is a pop 1/4 with none higher LA Rams TC PSA Mint card has four perfect corners, perfect centering that that signature Mint look Philadelphia Complete Set w/many graded cards NM to Nm-Mt Very popular football set, anchored by Rookie Cards of legends Sayers and Butkus. Super-fresh set, this comes with 42 graded cards. Fresh to the market, these were in a closet until a few months ago. The ungraded cards easily average Near Mint or better and are very nice. The key cards are as follows: 15 Berry PSA 8, 18 Mackey PSA 6.5, 19 Matte PSA 8, 24 Unitas PSA 9 oc, 31 Butkus RC PSA 7, 32 Ditka PSA 9 oc, 38 Sayers RC PSA 7, 39 Sayers Ex-Mt+, 41 Brown PSA 9 oc, 58 Hayes RC PSA 9 oc, 60 Lilly PSA 7, 61 Meredith NM, 81 Caffey RC PSA 8, 87 Nitchske PSA 7, 88 Starr PSA 9 oc, 89 Taylor NM, 94 Gabriel PSA 8, 102 Olsen PSA 7, 114 Tarkenton PSA 7, 197 Checklist Ex-Mt+ and 198 Checklist Ex unmarked. There are 22 8s and 2 8.5s among the graded cards; an extremely nice set overall. A full list of all of the graded cards (SMR approx. $1,500 with note to very low $225 on Sayers) will be on our web site Topps 100 Namath PSA One of my favorite cards, this has four sharp corners, perfect color and a superb image. A flick from a Mint 9, very fine card Topps Complete Set Strong Ex-Mt/NM One of my personal favorites, I love the colors on these cards. Very clean and bright set is about 80% Ex-Mt or better, the balance mostly a nice Ex or Ex Plus. The key cards are as follows: 1 Kelly Ex-Mt, 25 Unitas Ex-Mt, 26 Piccolo RC Ex-Mt+, 51 Sayers NM, 75 Meredith Ex-Mt+, 100 Namath Ex-Mt+, 120 Csonka RC Ex-Mt+, 139 Butkus Ex- Mt+, 161 Griese VG-Ex, 215 Starr Ex-Mt+ and 232 Blanda Ex-Mt+. Very nice set anchored by a terrific condition run of key cards Topps 245 Greene RC PSA Key Rookie Card of this very popular HOFer, one of the best nicknames ever! Card has four super sharp corners, rich color and perfect borders. Slight centering to the right border kept this out of contention for a 9. Fine addition to any PSA 8 HOF Rookie Card collection.

46 February 3 Auction: Football Football Autographs & Memorabilia 689 Quality Notre Dame Program Collection (58 pcs) Ex-Mt but varies Quality lot of programs from the most collected of all college football teams by a mile, runs like this do not come around very often intact as dealers love to piece these out as singles due to the great demand for vintage Notre Dame material. Condition is clean overall, with note to stray ink marks on some covers (not bad at all). Fresh looking lot, nothing has been cherry-picked, there could potentially be some buried treasure here. An exact inventory is as follows: 1945 (11/10 Army), 1948 (10/30 Navy), 1949 (10/29 Navy & 11/2 North Carolina), 1950 (10/14 Tulane), 1951 (11/3 Navy, 11/17 Carolina), 1952 (9/27 Pennsylvania), 1953 (10/24 Georgia Tech, 11/7 Pennsylvania), 1954 (9/25 Texas, 11/6 Pennsylvania, 10/30 Navy), 1955 (9/24 SMU, 10/7 Miami, 11/5 Pennsylvania), 1956 (10/13 Purdue, 10/27 Oklahoma, 11/3 Navy, 11/10 Pitt), 1957 (10/5 Indiana, 10/12 Army, 10/26 Pittsburgh), 1958 (10/11 Army, 10/18 Duke, 11/1 Navy, 11/8 Pitt), 1959 (10/24 Northwestern, 11/14 Pitt), 1960 (10/22 Northwestern, 10/29 Navy, 11/12 Miami); 1961 (9/30 Oklahoma, 11/11 Pitt), 1963 (10/12 Southern California, 11/28 Syracuse), 1964 (10/24 Stanford, 10/31 Navy), 1965 (10/2 Northwestern, 11/27 Miami, Army), 1966 (9/24 Purdue, 10/29 Navy, 11/12 Duke), 1967 (9/23 California, 11/18 Tech, 11/24 Miami), 1968 (9/28 Purdue, 11/2 Navy), 1969 (10/11 Army), 1970 (9/26 Purdue, 10/31 Navy), 1971 (9/25 Purdue), 1972 (10/21 Missouri, 11/4 Navy), 1973 (12/1 Miami), 1974 (10/12 Rice, 11/2 Navy). Fun lot with many great covers. 690 Substantial 1950s/1960s Signed Vintage Card Collection (141 cards) Terrific lot of clean signed football cards from The signatures are quite strong overall. Some signatures are vintage signed, this is a very substantial lot. Broken down by year as follows 55B 5 w/conerly, Groza, Robustelli; 56T 14 w/alan Ameche, 2 Art Donovans, a superb YA Tittle, Alex Webster, 2 Grozas; 57T 13 w/donovan, Groza, Lane, Hirsch and 2 Nomellinis; 58T 17 w/tittle, Ringo, Moore, Groza, Dupre, Donovan; 59T 5/Groza, Marchelli, Lary; 60T 23 w/tittle, Conerly, 2 Moores, Matson, Ringo, Huff, Alan Ameche; 61T 7 w/conerly, Jurgenson, 2 Berrys, Bednarik; 62T 8 w/unitas (lower grade), Berry, Moore, Jurgenson; 63T 16 w/gabriel, Tittle, Ringo, Dowler, Marchetti, Lane, Schmidt, Moore; 64 Phil. 8 w/huff, 2 Berrys; 65 Phil. 8 w/morrall; 66 Phil. 4 w/berry, Gabriel, Ringo, Jurgenson; 67 Phil. 2 w/gabriel, Olsen; 67T (1); 68T 5 w/brodie and 69T 3 w/olsen. Lots with this many name players hardly ever come to market. A dealer can have a field day here but hopefully this will end up in the hands of an advanced football autographed card collector Pro Bowl Signed Program (22 sigs) Terrific vintage football piece, this is a very desirable 1957 Pro Bowl program with an amazing 22 period blue ink signatures on the cover. The autographs are generally very strong, with only very mild variance. Better signatures include Vince Lombardi, Dick Lane, Kyle Rote, Ollie Matson, Andy Robustelli, Emlen Tunnell (D 1975), Rosey Grier, Jim Weatherall and Jack Simmons (D 78) Look Magazine All American Signed Football w/butkus & Eller Special Voit football labeled for the LOOK Magazine 1963 All America Team signed by twenty-four members including players who advanced to play in the NFL including the famed Dick Butkus and Carl Eller and two Queens of different Bowl games. The autographs vary quite a bit in darkness but the Butkus and Eller autographs are among the boldest on the ball and look terrific. The ball is depressed in one panel, this probably can be fixed if desired Super Bowl III Ticket SGC Authentic Vital early Super Bowl ticket, one of the most famous game in sports history. This has been folded heavily near the bottom border but is otherwise bright, clean and attractive. The back is clean. Slabbed Authentic by SGC, we have not had one of these in years. 99

47 February 3 Auction: Football 694 Alzado, Lyle Signed Jersey Extrmeley tough, we could not find any example for sale as of this writing. Alzado sadly died in 1992 at only age 43 and is a very desirable autograph. Offered is a classic Oakland Raiders Lyle Alzado model jersey, signed boldly by Alzado in black sharpie with his number 77. If you collect signed better signed football jerseys, this is something you should seriously consider given its scarcity. Lets start this super low and see what happens! 695 Heisman Award Winners Great signed football, this is a pristine Wilson College Football Heisman Trophy model. Signed by 20 former Heisman trophy winners, all in spotless matching ink.better names include Roger Staubach, Glenn Davis, Paul Hornung, Doug Flutie, Johnny Lattner, Larry Kelly, Doak Walker, Jim Plunkett and Hopalong Cassidy. 698 Lombardi, Vince Signed Check A classic collectible, offered is an original Green Bay Packers payroll check dated August 1, Signed by legendary coach Vince Lombardi in especially bold blue ballpoint ink, a terrific autograph. Check is clean and ideal for display. 699 Large Print Montana/Rice (lot of 10) Fine piece, this is a lot of ten 18 1/2 x 27 limited edition lithographs (21-30/1000). Produced an artist named Elin, this has especially large and fine pencil autographs of Montana and Rice in the bottom margin and is also signed by the artist. It is very rare to find such low numbered pieces for public sale (they are consigned to us by the original show promoter). 700 Jersey Namath, Joe Fine looking gangreen Joe Namath Jets model jersey. Mounted onto board, this awaits your choice of frame (and can be removed to reduce shipping). Signed on his number 1, this is a huge 8 inch long autograph that looks great. 696 Hewitt, Bill Signed Check Hewitt played five seasons for the Chicago Bears ( ), three for the Philadelphia Eagles ( ), and one for the Phil-Pitt Steagles (1943). He is probably most remembered for his refusal to wear a helmet. He attended the University of Michigan and died in a car crash in A HOF induction took place in Offered is an Eagles payroll check from 1939 signed on the front by Bert Bell (D 1959; HOF) and signed on the back by the very rare Bill Hewitt - a superb signature. Slabbed. 697 Letter Lambeau, Curly Very well preserved letter, offered is a perfectly clean ALS from legendary Packers HOFer Curly Lambeau. This is a 7 1/4 x 10 1/4 letter on his personal stationary and includes the transmittal envelope. Written on both side, this is signed Curly at the close in flawless period blue ballpoint ink. This is an interesting letter written to a girlfreind at the time, notable as content mentions Don Hutson. Lambeau died the year this was written (1965) and is one of the most 100 desirable of all football HOF autographs. 701 Large Print NY Giants HOFers (8) - Lot of 9 - All Lower Numbers Offered is a lot of nine very high quality 20 x 28 lithographs of eight New York Giants HOFers. Very well rendered Elin piece, this is signed by all players pictured and the artist in the bottom margin in bold pencil. The players are Lawrence Taylor, Phil Simms, Y.A. Tittle, Frank Gifford, Charlie Conerly, Sam Huff, Andy Robustelli and Mel Hein. This is a great mix of older and more contemporary Giants heroes. A special lot, these are numbered of an edition of 600. Low numbered prints like this hardly ever come to public auctionl These are consigned to us by the original show promoter. Very good lot.

48 February 3 Auction: Various Sports 702 Check O Brien, Davey Offered is an Eagles payroll check from This is signed by HOFer Bert Bell (D 59) and made to and signed by 1938 Heisman Trophy winner Davey O Brien. O Brien died in 1977, this is a superb super early signature on a very desirable medium. Slabbed. 703 Helmet Quarterbacks Century (4) Offered is a terrific custom full size black Quarterbacks of the Century custom helmet. Signed by truly four of the best QBs ever: Johnny Unitas, Joe Montana, Dan Marino and John Elway. The signatures are in gold sharpie and contrast perfectly against the clean black helmet. Very desirable and pricey helmet, we are going to start this super low to make things interesting! 705 High Quality Football HOF Signed Book Collection (9) w/montana & Marino Terrific and substantial lot of books signed by key football players. Loaded with big names, content is as follows: Deacon Jones Headslap, Dan Marino Marino on the Record Soft Cover, Joe Montana Montana, Jerry Rice Go Long, Barry Sanders Now you See Him, OJ Simpson I Want To Tell You (23 of 3000), Emmitt Smith The Emmitt Zone and Lawrence Taylor Living On The Edge. Condition is very strong, very high quality lot. Golf Autographs x 5 Jones, Bobby Fine looking 3x5 has a huge Bobby T Jones Jr blue ballpoint ink signature from near the end of his life. Legendary golf HOFer, single signed items are always very desirable, and 3x5s are not easy to find at all in this market. 704 Running Backs Large Print (24 sigs) Grand piece, this is a huge 27x39 print with color images of 24 classic NFL running backs. All have signed in bold sharpie ink on their image, the artist signed this piece as well. Limited edition (49/200), this has some serious star power, including Jim Brown, Eric Dickerson, Paul Hornung, Gale Sayers, Tony Dorsett, Earl Campbell, Marcus Allen, Franco Harris, Thurman Thomas and Steve Van Buren. Several players from this piece are now deceased, making this even more special. This is matted and framed to 48 x 36 (there is one small scratch on the plexiglass). Please this was produced in 1997 and purchased by our consignor at the time for $1,595, lets start this at 1/10 of that price and see what happens! 707 Jones, Bobby Signed Book Very, very desirable, this is a wonderful first edition of The Bobby Jones Story from Published by Tupper & Love in Atlanta, this includes the original dust jacket. Signed on the title page by this beloved golfer, a terrific Robert T. Jones Jr vibrant blue ink signature. Pre-stroke/old age, this is SO MUCH nicer than the 1960s books that come to market. If you are into higher-end golf autographs, you almost have to have this! Hockey Cards Ice King Complete Set Fair-Good Extremely scarce in complete set form, this is a classic 1930s hockey gum card set. Checking in at 72 cards, this is loaded with HOFers and has a Howie Morenz card as its key. The offered set is extremely low grade, Fair-Good overall, but how often do you find a whole set of these? The commons and secondary stars are at least a grade better than the stars, with about half in the VG range, the balance from Poor- Good. The key cards are as follows: 1 Clapper RC Poor, 3 Aurel Joliat GVG, 8 Siebert RC GVG, 11 Worters RC Poor (trimmed), 12 Stewart RC Poor (trimmed), 13 King Clancy Poor, 16 Horner RC Good, 22 Ace Bailey RC Fair, 36 Howie Morenz Poor (hand-cut), 40 Primeau RC Fair, 57 Thompson RC Fair, 65 Weiland RC VG-Ex/Ex, 66 Cook RC GVG, 71 Chabot RC Poor and 72 Syd Howe RC VG. 101

49 February 3 Auction: Hockey Hockey Cards Parkhurst Complete Set Ex Very attractive 100-card set, the images look terrific. Condition varies, mostly from VG-Ex to Ex-Mt but averages about Ex to our eye. Pleasing set does not really need any upgrading. The many key cards are as follows: 1 McNeil VG-Ex/ Ex, 2 Moore VG-Ex/Ex, 3 Beliveau Ex+, 7 Richard PSA 3, 8 Geoffrion Ex, 14 Harvey PSA 6, 24 Armstrong Ex++, 31 Horton PSA 5, 33 Sawchuk VG+, 36 Delvecchio Ex-Mt+, 41 Howe PSA 3, 42 Kelly VG-Ex/Ex, 46 Lindsay VG+, 65 Bower RC PSA 7 st, 82 Sasakamoose RC PSA 6, 92 Lum Stops Howe PSA 4, 96 Terry Boots Teeder s VG, 97 Plante/Bouch/ Rieb VG+, 98 Plante Protects PSA 4, 99 Plante Foils Teeder VG-Ex and 100 Sawchuk/BoomBoom Ex Topps Complete Set Ex-Mt Elusive and very attractive 66-card set, these have especially bright color and terrific eye appeal. Very clean, condition is about 60% Ex-Mt or better, the balance almost all Ex. Keys are as follows : 1 Real Chevrefils PSA 6, 10 Johnny Bucyk RC PSA 6, 20 Glenn Hall RC PSA 6, 21 Ted Lindsay Ex-Mt+, 22 Pierre Pilote RC PSA 5, 34 Alex Delvecchio Ex-Mt+, 35 Terry Sawchuk PSA 3, 38 Al Arbour FTC** Ex-Mt, 42 Gordie Howe PSA 4, 46 Norm Ullman RC PSA 5, 48 Red Kelly Ex-Mt, 51 Harry Howell NM, 53 Gump Worsley PSA 5, 60 Andy Bathgate Ex-Mt+, 64 Lou Fortinato RC Ex+ and 66 Dave Creigton Ex Topps Complete Set minus Hull Ex Vital set, the Bobby Hull Rookie Card came back a 5.5, so we decided to run it as a single lot. Very clean and attractive mid-grade set, condition is fairly consistent, about 60% Ex or so and perhaps 15-20% Ex-Mt or very close to Ex-Mt, the balance mostly a very nice VG-Ex. The keys are as follows: 1 Armstrong VG-Ex/Ex, 2 Sawchuck PSA 4, 8 G Howe PSA 5, 13 Hall PSA 5, 21 Bathgate Ex+, 30 Shack RC PSA 5, 36 Pilote Ex-Mt, 39 Worsley PSA 4, 40 Bucyk PSA 6, 52 Delvecchio PSA 5, 61 Kelly Ex++, 63 Lindsay Ex and 65 Ullman PSA Topps Complete Set Ex-Mt Crisp and fine Ex-Mt set, very nice. Condition varies only slightly, about 75% Ex-Mt or better with some Near Mint, hardly any weaker cards. The key cards grade as follows: 1 Eric Nesterenko VG-Ex/Ex, 2 Pierre Pilote Ex-Mt+, 6 Ted Lindsay Ex+, 8 Alex Delvecchio Ex-Mt+, 15 Gump Worsley PSA 8 pd, 23 Johnny Bucyk NM, 32 Glenn Hall PSA 6, 34 Andy Bathgate Ex-Mt, 42 Terry Sawchuk PSA 6, 45 Norm Ullman PSA 5, 47 Bobby Hull PSA 6, 48 G.Howe/Jack Evans IA PSA 6, 57 Eddie Shack PSA 5, 63 Gordie Howe PSA 6, 65 Red Kelly Ex-Mt+ and 66 Ron Murphy Ex Topps 66 Bobby Hull RC PSA Vital hockey Rookie Card, an all time classic. Very condition sensitive, this is very nice for a Hull Rookie. Bright card has fine color and strong image quality. Centered to the right border, the corners come to points but exhibit slight wear. The back is perfectly crisp and clean. Ideal card to use in a serious HOF Rookie Card collection and of course perfect for a mid to better grade set Parkhurst Complete Set Ex-Mt A well centered and crisp Ex-Mt set overall, these are generally very sharp looking cards. Condition varies only mildly, the keys are as follows: 1 Tim Horton PSA 5, 2 Frank Mahovlich PSA 7, 3 Johnny Bower PSA 7, 20 Gordie Howe PSA 6, 26 Norm Ullman FPHC PSA 2, 31 Terry Sawchuk PSA 6 st, 45 Maurice Richard PSA 6, 46 Bernie Geoffrion NM, 47 Henri Richard PSA 4, 48 Doug harvey NM, 49 Jean Beliveau PSA 6, 53 Jacques Plante PSA 8 oc, 57 Marsh/H.Richard/ Moore Ex-Mt+, 59 Boom/Marshall/Beliveau NM and 61 Jim Morrison PSA 4.5.

50 February 3 Auction: Hockey Topps Complete Set Ex Uncommon set, popular with its many specials. The commons and secondary stars are mainly Ex-Mt, the keys vary. The corners come to strong points, the cards have a sharp look and feel. The keys are as follows: 1 Lester Patrick ATG Ex++, 7 Eddie Shack PSA 5, 11 Johnny Bucyk Ex-Mt, 14 Stan Mikita RC PSA 4, 19 Georges Vezina ATG PSA 6, 20 Eddie Shore ATG PSA 5, 25 Glenn Hall PSA 4, 27 Art Ross ATG NM, 35 Frank Nighbor ATG PSA 3, 36 Gump Worsley Ex++, 47 King Clancey ATG Ex++, 55 Tiny Thompson ATG Ex-Mt, 58 Bobby Hull PSA 4 and 59 Howie Morenz ATG PSA Parkhurst Complete Set Ex-Mt/NM Beloved set, you have to love the color flag backgrounds. The offered set is not a registry set but it is clean and more than respectable. Condition is about 40-50% Near Mint, the balance almost all a strong Ex-Mt or Ex-Mt/NM, these are very nice cards. The keys are as follows: 9 Shack PSA 7 pd, 16 Horton PSA 4, 17 Mahovlich Ex-Mt+, 23 Richard, H NM, 30 Beliveau PSA 5, 33 Ferguson RC Ex-Mt+, 42 Faulkner RC PSA 5, 53 Sawchuck PSA 6, 55 Howe PSA 6, 75 Keon PSA 4, 76 Horton PSA 5, 77 Mahovlich PSA 8 pd, 82 Richard, H NM, 89 Beliveau NM, 92 Ferguson RC NM and 99 Maniago RC PSA Parkhurst Complete Set Ex-Mt/NM Very strong set, the commons and secondary stars look to be mainly Near Mint, well centered and terrific. The keys vary, PSA was a bit tough here; they came back as follows: 1 Tim Horton PSA 6, 2 Frank Mahovlich NM, 3 Johnny Bower NM, 5 Dave Keon RC PSA 5, 7 Eddie Shack FPHC PSA 6, 20 Gordie Howe PSA 7, 31 Terry Sawchuk PSA 6, 35 Bernie Geoffrion NM, 43 Henri Richard NM, 45 Jean Beliveau PSA 6, 49 Jacques Plante PSA 3 and 51 Andre Pronovost Ex-Mt Parkhurst Complete Set Ex-Mt/NM Very strong and consistent Ex-Mt/NM set, this is very nice. The key cards are as follows: 1 Billy Harris Ex-Mt, 4 Mahovlich Ex-Mt+, 7 Horton, Tim PSA 5, 14 Eddie Shack PSA 5, 15 Dave Keon PSA 7, 16 Bower Ex-Mt+, 18 Mahovlich PSA 7, 30 Gordie Howe PSA 6, 31 Gordie Howe PSA 6, 38 Henri Richard PSA 6, 39 Jean Beliveau PSA 7, 48 Geoffrion Ex-Mt+, 49 Jacques Plante PSA 7, 53 Bernie Geoffrion Ex- Mt and 54 J. C. Tremblay RC Ex-Mt Topps Complete Set Ex-Mt Crisp and attractive set is a solid Ex-Mt overall, with some Near Mint. Condition looks to be a crisp 75% or better Ex- Mt. Keys are as follows: 3 Gamble RC PSA 6, 11 Bucyk PSA 7, 22 Bruins TC PSA 5, 24 Hall PSA 7, 33 B Hull PSA 6, 34 Mikita PSA 7 st, 44 Blackhawks TC PSA 4, 45 Worsley PSA 6, 58 Ratelle PSA 6, 59 Gilbert PSA 5, 60 Hadfield RC PSA 4, 65 Rangers TC Ex-Mt and 66 Checklist Ex mk Topps Complete Set VG-Ex/Ex Always desirable, this is of course anchored by the currently white-hot Bobby Orr Rookie Card. Attractive issue, this is a well collected mid-grade set. Condition varies only mildly, there are definitely some Ex Plus and better cards scattered about, including keys, the two checklists are marked. The key cards grade as follows: 13 Terry Sawchuck VG-Ex/Ex, 23 Ed Giacomin Ex+, 35 Bobby Orr RC PSA 4 (extremely well centered with no visible creases, very nice for the grade), 62 Stan Mikita Ex, 63 Phil Esposito Ex++, 64 Hull VG, 66 Checklist VG-Ex mk, 72 Yvan Cournoyer VG-Ex, 73 Jean Beliveau Ex++, 109 Gordie Howe Strong Ex++, 112 Bobby Hull VG-Ex, 120 Checklist Good, 121 Gordie Howe AS VG- Ex/Ex and 125 Bobby Hull AS Ex. 103

51 February 3 Auction: Various Sports Sailing Topps 118 Bobby Orr Calder PSA Popular second-year Bobby Orr card. Centered slightly to the right border, this has four very sharp corners, perfect color and bright white borders. Very fine Topps 18 Gretzky RC PSA White-hot card,a similar example brought nearly $1,000 in one of our 2015 auctions. The offered card has is well centered with four super-sharp corners, a perfect image and a clean back. There is hardly any white showing at all on the color blue borders, extremely fine card for the grade. 724 Gretzky, Wayne Signed Gartlan Figurine Very tough and desirable piece of The Great One as an LA King. Signed in black sharpie on the base, there are not many things like this from Gretzky. 726 Connor, Dennis Signed Lithographs (lot of 21) Very attractive Elin 19 1/2 x 25 litho of America s Cup legend Dennis Connor. Very well rendered piece, this looks great and is signed by Connor and the artist. An edition of 500, many pieces in this lot are very low numbered (below 40). Lots of value here. Baseball Publications Brooklyn Dodger Yearbook VG-Ex Great piece, this is an original Brooklyn Dodger baseball yearbook from Checking in at 34 pages, this is scored versus the Reds. The detailed interior offers terrific images and biographies of the various team members. The spine is tight, the cover looks great. It is amazing that these have survived for so long. 725 High Quality Islander Game Stick Collection (5 pcs) Terrific lot of Islanders game sticks from the glory days in the early 1980s. These all came through the Clark Gillies foundation. Sticks are as follows: Bossy (not sure if game used), Potvin (signed by 19 players) and two Trottiers. Great looking collection of sticks have the proper tape on the handles and generally show terrific use. Ideal lot if you are a fan of these great Islander teams or just looking for quality hockey sticks with good provenance. 723 Collection of 3 Signed Golf Bags w/key HOFers Interesting lot, offered are three full size leather golf bags consigned to us by the family of a very well connected businessman. These are clean and have signatures per bag, mostly baseball and hockey players. These were obtained by a person close to Islanders HOFer Clark Gillies, so hockey is very well represented here. Signatures include Gary Carter (2), Whitey Ford, Mario Lemieux (2), Bobby Nystrom, Clark Gillies, Brian Trottier, Ed Westfall, Jim Stuckey, Billy Smith and Ed Kranepool. Obtained no doubt in Long Island, there could well be some additional better signatures (everything will be pictured on our web site). The bags themselves are no doubt valuable, making this a desirable and fairly unique lot Scorecard Chicago - New York VG Very well preserved, this has some subtle creasing but otherwise looks great. Neatly scored, this is for a game between the Cubs and the Giants. No HOFers, this has been folded at one time. This is a very unusual period from which to find a scorecard Pirates Scorecard w/honus Wagner VG Scarce early scorecard, we have not handled this design until now. This has honest wear from handling, some mild edge wear, typical surface wear etc. The spine is tight, the interior pages clean. Scored, this is from a game between the Pirates and the Browns. Notable players in the printed lineups include Honus Wagner, Fred Leach and HOFer Jake Beckley. Early 20th century scorecards seem awfully undervalued to us in this market Scorecard Cleveland/Philadelphia w/lajoie VG-Ex Desirable and scarce scorecard, we hardly ever see this year or design. The cover has a fairly generic image of a batter awaiting a pitch in a game. There is some wear in one spot on the spine, the cover is otherwise clean. Scored, this game features HOFers Nap Lajoie, Elmer Flick and Rube Waddell. Plank and Bender are also printed in the program, but it appears Waddell pitched that day.

52 February 3 Auction: Baseball Memorabilia WSP At St. Louis Good Possibly undergraded, most would call this VG. Larger format program is scored neatly in pencil. The spine is tight, the cover has some general wear but is not bad at all. The edges are fairly crisp but may have had some slight restoration (we are not honestly sure). Either way, this is a fully presentable and very affordable example of a better WSP WSP At Detroit VG-Ex/Ex Elusive program, this is neatly scored and fairly clean. Wear is only really an issue at the bottom of the back cover. The front cover offers a pleasing image of a giant orange Tiger climbing the cover, a tight spine and a clean background. A solid mid-grade example of a very uncommon program, we have not had one of these in some time Ted Williams 1st Appearance Fenway Park Program Ex Historic scorecard from a game played on April 16, This is a 1938 Boston Red Sox home scorecard that was used for this intercity game between the Boston Bees and the Red Sox, making this Ted s first formal appearance at Fenway Park. Scored in pencil, Ted is playing right field and batting sixth in the program (Ted s first official game with the Red Sox was on April 20, 1939). Clean program, much of this is detailed at the top of the front cover in period ink Yale Program w/george H.W. Bush! Ex-Mt Very, very neat piece, this is an unscored Yale Army Baseball program from May 22, Condition is clean. This is very special as future President George H.W. Bush appears in the program as a Yale baseball player. Great program from this very historic figure, son of a Senator, Vice President, President and father of a President (possibly two) and much more. This is the first time we have seen one of these Book (How To Become A Player) Base-Ball by John Montgomery Ward (rare) Ex One of the rarest baseball books, offered is How to Become A Base-Ball Player by HOFer and future esquire John Montgomery Ward. Printed in Philadelphia by the Athletic Publishing Company. In this book, Ward discusses the history and origins of baseball and details the ins and outs of each position in one of the earliest autobiographies of any American sports figure. This is in remarkable condition, with the full original paper cover and hardly any wear on the spine (just some very mild general wear). The interior pages look very nice and this book has survived the trials and tribulations of the 20th century fairly well over all. Ward was one of the vital figures in the history of 19th century base ball as he helped organize one of the first player strikes and also became a lawyer after his playing career. A truly fascinating personality that will no doubt fully engage the attention of this book s eventual owner. The last time we handled one of these was back in 2001, and it was in far inferior condition. This is presented in a custom designed slipcase, an outstanding presentation worthy of this little treasure Book Athletic Sports Illustrated VG-Ex Glorious book, this is a very hefty (711 pp) tome devoted to sports in the late 19th century. This is VG to VG-Ex overall with general wear from handling but retains a tight spine and is fully presentable. A notable book to baseball memorabilia collectors as this offers 18 baseball images, many full page team portraits, that offer an almost priceless look at baseball in this era. Undervalued and key 19th century book with some truly great visual and textual baseball content Rare Player s League Print GVG Extremely scarce and desirable print, one of the very best of all 19th century prints. Actually copyrighted by Street and Smiths, this is dated June 28, 1890 under the headline Supplement to Good News and is titled Popular Baseball Players. This pictures a full 32 players on a period baseball diamond, black and white of course. Loaded with stars, including John Ward, Connie Mack, Bob Caruthers, Roger Connor, Mike King Kelly, John Clarkson, Dan Brouthers, Charlie Comiskey, Bid McPhee, Cap Anson, Amos Rusie, Tim Keefe, Buck Ewing, Sam Thompson and Ned Hanlon (basically virtually any 19th century star that can be named by 99% of collectors)! This has condition issues along the bottom border, mitigated by the mat in which it is presented. There are some stray creases in various places, but these do not diminish from the eye appeal. Beautiful and superb scarce print with a boatload of HOFers, this is the first time we have seen or handled one of these. The print is 13 x 9 1/2 and this is matted to 17 1/4 x 13 3/4. 105

53 February 3 Auction: Baseball Memorabilia Kenesaw Mountain Landis Wedding Invitation! Ex Very unique item, this is the actual invitation (4 1/4 x 6 1/4) and RSVP card for the wedding of one of the most singularly important figures in all of baseball history, Kenesaw Mountain Landis. The wedding took place at the First Presbyterian Church in Ottama, Illinois in Landis was an up and coming power in Washington at the time, a favorite of President Cleveland (he was offered the post of Ambassador to Venezuela), he instead opened a law office in Chicago to be near his beloved bride Winifred Reed is written on the invitation but according to at least one web article it took place in This has some splits from folding (easily repaired if desired) and some general wear, certainly clean overall. Landis changed the game of baseball forever as the first commissioner, the man who banned the various 1919 White Sox members involved in gambling and so much more. One can only imagine how Landis would have handled the modern steroid era! Truly rare and interesting item from a singular figure in baseball history Chicago Cubs Rare Foldout Postcard Very, very cool piece, offered is an utterly charming 1908 Chicago Cubs Our Home Team foldout postcard. This orange background postcard with 13 fine looking 1 3/4 x 2 3/8 b/w images of various members of this star team, including the HOFers. There is damage to the Frank Chance at the top by the original staple, which we assume to be typical; this is otherwise clean and is why we did not assign this an overall grade. Unmailed, this is one of the toughest postcards of its genre and offers multiple HOFers and star players. 740 Collection of Tobacco Coupons, Boxes & Related (22 pcs) Ex Lot includes two Helmar boxes, one bigger, one smaller. Also included are coupons for Old Mill, Obak (2 different, 1 large), Old Mill (3), Fatima (2), Piedmont (2), Polar Bear (3), Turkey Red (3), Mecca, Sovereign and Sweet Caporal (2). Also included is a Colgan Chip tin with Miller Pittsburgh. Condition varies, we will picture everything on our web site. Let s start these off at $10 per piece and see what happens; there could well be some rarities or pricey pieces within this completely fresh, unpicked collection. 741 Ty Cobb Mini Decal Bat Ex Utterly charming item, it is a shame items like this are not made anymore. Offered is a wonderful 14 inch Louisville Slugger 40TC Ty Cobb Georgia Peach mini-decal bat. This has survived the last century quite well, with easily 90% of more of the decal fully intact. The decal offers a great full body image of Ty Cobb batting from the peak of his talents with the great slogan: Ty Cobb Broke All Batting Records With Louisville Slugger. A veritable treasure, this is a such a good item to add to almost any collection. 743 Nap Lajoie Mini Decal Bat Good Very tough piece, this H&S model bat is 14 inches long. Lower grade, but these hardly ever come to market. The decal is about 50% present with some general wear. Still presentable, this will fill a tough hole in many collections Spalding History of Base Ball Presentation Copy VG Very desirable, this is a presentation copy of this vital 1911 work. This has had pages removed in the very front, and we believe the presentation pages were tipped in at one time. This was presented to a De Los Becker to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the National League in The book is in VG condition overall, with typical handling. This may well be rare. 742 Eddie Collins Full Size Decal Bat Ex Offered is a somewhat rare Eddie Collins circa 1915 H & B Louisville Slugger 40 E.C. store model full size decal bat measuring 36 inches. The decal label is 80 percent intact; this is a terrific and very evocative display piece from a great era in baseball history. Collins is an underrated HOFer and early 3,000 hit club member. Quality memorabilia from Collins as a player does not come around very often. Go to for many additional images. Initial bids must be placed by 6 PM EST Wednesday February 3.

54 February 3 Auction: Baseball Memorabilia Ticket World Series Game 2 Ex-Mt Beautiful ticket for game 2 of the 1929 World Series between the Cubs and the A s. Extraordinarily clean, this has super clean surfaces, crisp edges and a very fresh look. Desirable ticket, Foxx and Simmons hit home runs in this game that the A s won 9-3 over the Cubs Press Pin New York Yankees World Series Ex-Mt Key press pin, from the fabled Babe Ruth Called Shot World Series. Bright and clean, this has flawless borders, good enamel and bright color. The back is engraved by Dieges and Clust with some of the usual spotting. There is some extremely subtle and minute wear at the bottom of the baseball in the center of the pin, this is otherwise Near Mint. Very nice pin overall. 747 PM10 Pin Lou Gehrig (black border, NEVER FORGOTTEN at top) Ex-Mt Extremely desirable 1 3/4 inch pinback is poignant. Issued in the aftermath of Lou Gehrig s tragic death in 1941, this has a stark black border and reads NEVER FORGOTTEN LOU GEHRIG. This has perfect borders and hardly any wear, very clean with note to a perfect image. Great display piece as this includes the original ribbon and ball, which is unusual Press Pin Yankees and Phillies World Series (2) Ex-Mt Pair of desirable press pins, these are much harder than the 1949 or 1951s. The Phillies design in a classic. Pins show some subtle toning and slight use but are a more than pleasing Ex-Mt overall. The design of the Yankee pin is also unusual and interesting Press Pin Yankees World Series NM Always popular, this is one of the greatest years in Yankee history. Bright, clean and Near Mint all the way, with the proper Dieges and Clust engraving on the reverse Press Pin Yankees World Series Nm-Mt Classic top hat design, very attractive pinback. This is in superb condition and is not engraved on the reverse Press Pin NY Giants World Series NM Uncommon pin, we do not see these very often. This has an attractive cross-bar design and exhibits only very minimal wear. The back is engraved Dieges and Clust. Fine pin Press Pin Yankees World Series Nm-Mt Very elusive smaller size pin, we hardly ever see these. Condition is a superb Nm-Mt, the back is not engraved Press Pin Brooklyn Dodgers World Series Tie-Clasp NM Always very popular, this is a fun Brooklyn Dodger 2 1/4 inch silver colored tie-clasp with the classic Dodger hat on the right side. Condition is a sterling Near Mint or better, among the very nicest that we have handled Press Pin Yankees World Series Nm-Mt Attractive open circular design, the back is not engraved. Condition is super clean Press Pin Yankees World Series Nm-Mt Pristine pin has super sharp edges and new gloss. Engraved Balfour on the reverse, superb quality here Press Pin Pirates World Series NM Very scarce pin, we hardly ever see these. Condition is a fine Near Mint or better; Jostens is engraved on the reverse. Very desirable pin from a truly classic World Series Yankees Press Pin Run (4 pcs) Nm-Mt.200 Rather than bid on four individual lots, we decided to keep these together. Original owner run, condition is a superb Nm-Mt, each is engraved Balfour on the reverse. You will not find a cleaner run of these pins; these would look terrific in the right display Press Pin Braves World Series Nm-Mt A classic pin, you have to love the coloring and design. Engraved by Balfour on the reverse, impeccable quality here. 107

55 February 3 Auction: Baseball Memorabilia 759 Circa 1955 P.F. Flyer Original Advertising Display Sign w/mickey Mantle VG-Ex Great sign, this comes in a few styles, the offered example has Mickey Mantle by the lower left corner next to Roy Campanella and has a vivid green and yellow background. Glorious full cardboard sign, this measures 19 3/8 x 25 3/8. Difficult to assign a technical grade to, this has slight tackholes by the corners and at the top center and a stray crease at the lower right corner. The back retains the original cardboard easel and it does stand perfectly with it. Despite any condition issues, this sign has awesome color and imagery and a wonderful 1950s look and feel. This sign offers ten fine looking headshots of star players from the era, with note to HOFers Mickey Mantle, Roy Campanella, Nellie Fox, Stan Musial, Phil Rizzuto, George Kell and Robin Roberts. A truly classic sign, fresh to the hobby, the winning bidder should really enjoy this treasure Ted Williams Die-Cut Moxie Sign VG The rarest of the Ted Williams store display pieces, this is a fine and classic cardboard sign. An extremely attractive diecut piece with a the original stand on the back, this is flat and crisp. The color is brilliant, but there is a crease of Ted s face that goes through to the reverse but does not crack the paper. The surfaces are otherwise very clean and colorful. This measures approximately 16 x 12 and will be a solid addition to almost any collection. Its relatively small size also makes this very practical to display in any number of settings. Please note a somewhat better condition example brought over $2,200 in our October 2015 auction. Fresh to market Ticket World Series Game 5 Good One of the most collected tickets ever, this was of course Larsen s perfect game in the World Series. The ticket has some general wear on the front, including a stray ink mark at the right edge; the back has slight damage in spots from stamp hinges, not bad at all. Admittedly lower grade but still colorful and highly presentable example of a vital ticket Ticket World Series Game Clean full ticket from one of the most famous games in baseball history, Bill Mazeroski s walk off home run game against the Yankees. The ticket has some fine wrinkles by the right edge and wear at one spot on the back by the right side, but otherwise bright, clean and very attractive. This does not have a seat number, so it may have been a standing room only ticket although Second Tier Reserved is printed on the right edge. Stubs from this game have brought nearly $1,000 in this market, it will be interesting to see where this ends up. 763 Mickey Mantle Personally Owned Fishing Gear Box w/20 lures VG-Ex Originally sold in a 2005 Sothebys auction, this came from Mickey Mantle s estate along with signed fishing licenses and such. Offered is a very well used sturdy metal 18 x 10 x 13 vintage fishing tackle box. This shows extensive use and exhibits natural wear from aging and use all throughout. The interior offers over 15 vintage fishing lures, tackle and other items used by The Mick while out on the water. Very interesting Mickey Mantle item. 108

56 February 3 Auction: Baseball Memorabilia 764 Vintage Ball Box Lot (18 pcs) w/great content Ex Neat lot of empty ball boxes. These include a fine looking Spalding ONL Heydler box with original paper wrapping, two Reach OAL ball boxes, both high grade, one Canadian, one U.S., three are ONL Giles, seven are OAL Cronins, one is an OAL Harridge and two are Double Headers. The boxes are bright and attractive overall. These are perfect for display and also to pair with single signed or team signed balls from the matching era Ticket Mickey Mantle Three Home Run Day Fair Great ticket as this was a Mantle three home run day. The games took place on August 6, 1961 and Mantle hit two home runs off Pedro Ramos and one off Al Schroll ( ). The ticket has tape by the upper left corner and damage from tape at the lower right corner (and some tape on the back). 766 Remarkable Single Owner 1960s Era Mets Original Photo Collection (95 pcs) Ex-Mt Fresh to the hobby, these almost priceless images are directly from the long-time Mets PR director (he is in many of the images). This collection is absolutely loaded with terrific original 8x10 b/w images, many likely unique, that offer a simply wonderful perspective on the New York Mets in the 1960s and early 1970s, including many images related to the 1969 World Series. These are clean overall. Images include many fantastic shots of Gil Hodges, contact sheets with images from the 1963 and 1967 World Series, unique images of the construction of Shea Stadium, several fine images of Mets players, including one with Frank Thomas and his family on the field of a brand new Shea Stadium, w/ Joe DiMaggio, w/musial & Torre, w/whitey Ford, w/aaron and Mays and just Mays, w/berra and DiMaggio and many images of Weissman at various sports related dinners and playing golf, presumably with famous athletes and/or lumunaries. A fine trove of images that probably cannot be found anywhere else given their provenance. 767 Umpire Nodder NM Rare Baseball Umpire bobble head. Foil sticker on bottom of square green base reads Japan. This fun nodder was actually in the personal collection of an umpire and was a cherised possession!. The color and overall visual feel is certainly Near Mint, with only very, very minute wear at the very bottom of the base. This is a terrific example of a rare nodder that we have only handled once before (and this is superior) Tony Kubek Game Used Pants Ex Original pair of Yankee pinstriped pants. Use is excellent throughout, with note to a repaired tear on the back of one leg. This is chain stitched as follows on the waistband: Kubek and is a Spalding Set Kubek also signed this and there are other notations below (all will be clearly pictured on our web site). Key player, a very popular personality and future HOF broadcaster; real equipment from someone of this stature is always very desirable. 109

57 February 3 Auction: Baseball Memorabilia 769 Boggs, Wade Game Used Bat Ex Fine looking 1980s era C235 Wade Boggs professional model bat measures 34 inches long. This has lots of pine tar, has many ball marks and exhibits simply outstanding use. Extremely fine looking bat from this truly professional hitter and of course HOFer, 26 is written on the knob in vintage black marker S. Rini Brooklyn Dodgers Original Artwork Collection of 14 different - all player signed! Offered is an original collection of one-of-a-kind 11x9 original artworks created and signed by artist S. Rini. On cardboard, these are simply lovely and evocative full color images of various Brooklyn Dodgers; these are published artworks as cachets. Content is as follows, each is handsigned in bold sharpie ink by the depicted player: Barney, Black, Branca, Craig, Erskine, Gionfriddo, Hermanski, Jorgensen, King (2 diff.), Loes, Podres/Throneberry, Shuba and Chris Van Cuyk. Great lot for a big Dodger fan, these have endless display potential! 771 Glavine, Tom 1996 Braves Home Jersey Ex-Mt A very classic HOF jersey, offered is a great looking Wilson 1996 Home Tom Glavine Atlanta Braves professional model jersey. This is a size 44 with 96 stitched below the manufacturer s tag. Sturdy and high quality jersey, this is signed by Glavine on his number on the back. Popular HOFer and 300 game winner, this will be a nice addition to almost any collection. 772 Curt Schilling Late 1990s Phillies Signed Game Jersey Ex-Mt Extremely attractive example of a Curt Schilling Phillies jersey, this has a great look. The offered jersey is signed by Schilling in bold sharpie ink. This Russell Athletic size 50 model is from the late 1990s. There is a Phillies patch on the chest, with Schilling 38 on the back. Schilling s number appears again on the left sleeve and this has the proper Russell Athletic size 80 and 100% polyester tags. This shows light use and comes with an LOA from Lou Lampson. A potential HOFer, one of the most impactful baseball players over the past 20 years with three World Series titles to his credit. 773 Smoltz, John 2002 Braves Signed Road Game Jersey Ex-Mt A classic Atlanta Braves jersey from newly Minted HOFer John Smoltz, a very popular player. This is a very attractive road flannel signed in silver sharpie on his number on the back. The classic Atlanta logo dominates the front, providing for some serious eye appeal. Light to moderate use is present. This is a size 50 Russell Athletic with a 2-02 tag. Signed HOF game jerseys from this era are always very popular Yankee Stadium Original Double Seat Ex This is an historic pair of original Yankee Stadium seats removed from the Cathedral in the Bronx, Yankee Stadium after the final game of the 2008 season. These legendary Yankee stadium seats witnessed much history and were enjoyed by generations of fans since their installation after the 1973 renovation of the original Yankee Stadium. The arms of the seats have gone through a lead abatement process and have been re-painted in Yankee blue. The adjoined seats are numbered 1 and 2 with their original numbers attached. Here is a chance to own a real piece of Yankee history. 110 END OF AUCTION