Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 131

Collectible Auction

Sports

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 104		Michael Jordan: Inscribed and Signed Wilson, Michael Jordan Premium Edition Basketball JSA Certifed. Michael Jordan, former player, presently principal owner and chairman of the Charlotte Hornets, and without question an icon of basketball that has not tarnished in the least. His list of records is unrivaled and he will always remain a legend of basketball. Offered is an inscribed and signed basketball "To Alex Best Wishes, Michael Jordan" on a Wilson Michael Jordan #23 Premium Edition basketball. Excellent condition boldly executed in black Sharpie. Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 105		Ernest G. Hildner: Rare Signed First Day of Issue Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Basketball, Hildner a Player on that First Team. Ernest G. Hildner (1873-1968) was one of the original players of the very first basketball team, the sport invented by Dr. James Naismith at Springfield College in 1891. He was the youngest member of the basketball team and he was the last and oldest surviving member. November 6, 1961 marked the 100th Anniversary of the Birthplace of Basketball and Hildner has signed a First Day Cover postmarked in Springfield, Mass which introduced the Naismith 4¢ stamp recognizing his contribution and the unveiling of the opening of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on campus, sponsored by the National Association of Basketball Coaches. Mint condition and rare, signature boldly signed in black fountain pen ink. Estimated Value $400 - 800 From the Collection of Carol & Richard Basler. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 106		Los Angeles Clippers: Two Team Signed Balls One With Additional Coaches and Players. Los Angeles Clippers ca. 2004. Two team signed balls, BOTH from a charity event with the Los Angeles Clippers. Ball One: All autographs carefully executed in silver metallic Sharpie. We note Pedrag Drobjnak, Chris Wilcox, Melvin Ely, Bobby Simmons, Glen Rice, Chris Kaman and Keyon Dooling. Ball Two: Having the same signatures as Ball One but we also note Mike Dunleavy the Clippers Coach from 2004-2010 and about 6 other names we could not identify Both balls in excellent condition. Estimated Value $300 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 107		Collection of Three All Star Baseball Games Ticket Stubs : 1938, 1955, 1975. Fine collection of three ticket stubs in good to fine condition. 1938 Ticket stub at Crosley Field July 6, 1938 1955 Ticket stub at Milwaukee County Stadium July 12. 1955 1975 Ticket stub at Milwaukee County Stadium July 15, 1975. Estimated Value $200 - 400 From The Private Collection of James Harrison Ring. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $275
Lot 108		Jackie Roosevelt Robinson: Program From 1956 Signed by Robinson who was Awarded the Highest Achievement by the NAACP JSA Authenticated (1919-1972) Robinson became the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era. Robinson broke the baseball color line when he started at first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947. Jackie Robinson's cultural impact on the 20th Century is well documented not only as an athlete having been inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1962, but as an icon for African Americans and Civil Rights advocates during an extraordinarily difficult and racially polarized America. Offered is without question a unique, one-of-a-kind and historic Jackie Robinson signed piece. In 1956 at the Hotel Roosevelt in NYC, Jackie Roosevelt Robinson was honored for advancing the cause of African Americans by being awarded the highest achievement by the NAACP, The Spingarn Medal, named after the founder of the organization. Ed Sullivan hosted, who has signed the program as well as Floyd Patterson who presented. Roy Wilkins, has also signed, a significant Civil Rights leader at the time. All three of those signatures have also been authenticated and included in the LOA. Excellent condition save for a tack hole at top. Otherwise the signatures are bold and legible. The brochure is 9 x 6" and actually lists all the prior recipients of The Spingarn Medal from 1915-1955 and their accomplishments. Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $2,550
Lot 109		Jackie Roosevelt Robinson: Near Mint, Signed 3 x 5" Card, a Very Desirable Format for Autograph Collectors and Sports Enthusiasts. JSA Authenticated (1919-1972) Robinson became the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era. Robinson broke the baseball color line when he started at first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947. Jackie Robinson's cultural impact on the 20th Century is well documented not only as an athlete having been inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1962, but as an icon for African Americans and Civil Rights advocates during an extraordinarily difficult and racially polarized America. Offered is a virtually mint, autographed 3 x 5" signed card by # 42, Jackie Robinson in blue ball point pen. Letter of Authenticity by James Spence & Associates which authenticates the inscription and the autograph. Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 110		Lewis Robert "Hack" Wilson: Rare Signed Autograph Book Leaf by One of the Greatest Power Hitters to Play the Game JSA Certification (1900-1948) "Hack" Wilson enjoyed great career achievements playing for two ball clubs, New York Giants (1923-1925) and the Chicago Cubs (1926-1931). Unusually built in size, for players 5' 6" or shorter, he has the most home runs for any player in major league history. An immensely colorful character in sports, unfortunately alcoholism took a very early toll both in his career and life. Hence the rarity of his autograph. Here, Hack Wilson has boldly signed a pink sheet lifted from a fan's autograph book boldly executed in black fountain pen ink. On verso Harry Fried an assemblyman from Brooklyn, NY has signed but in no way bleeds through or impacts the Wilson signature. But it does date the "Hack" Wilson autograph from late 30's. Virtually mint condition. 4¼ x 5¼". Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,211
Lot 111		Rogers Hornsby: 1933 St. Louis Cardinals. HOF and Batting Legend Rogers Hornsby Signing His Name and Three Fellow Players, JSA Certified (1896-1963) Regarded as one of the greatest hitters of all time, Rogers Hornsby had 2,930 hits and 301 home runs in his career. He had a long career with the St. Louis Cardinals ending in 1926 but returned in 1933. One quite never knows the circumstances regarding a great many autographs obtained in baseball approaching a 100 years ago, but here Hornsby has signed his name to a leaf from a fan's autograph book and added fellow players Dizzy Dean, Jimmie Wilson and Pepper Martin. For what reason is a mystery. James Spence and Associates has certified this piece as all players written in the hand of Roger Hornsby. 3.125" x 2.75". Estimated Value $900 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 112		1939 World Series Champions New York Yankees Team Signed Ball. 28 Signatures Including Joe DiMaggio, Red Ruffing & Bill Dickey JSA-LOA. Team signed ball by the New York Yankees, the 1939 World Series Champions. 28 signatures can be found on this American League baseball (#41) manufactured by Folsom. All signing in steel-tip fountain pen are HOF(s) Joe DiMaggio found just above American League and the red stitching, Red Ruffing and Bill Dickey. Also are signatures by Red Rolfe, George Selkirk, Charlie Keller, Tommy Henrich, Bump Hadley, Johnny Murphy, Hoot Pearson, Steve Sundra and more. Lefty Gomez's name is also on the ball but it was clearly written by Bill Knickerbocker who has written his name just below and the handwriting is the same. Letter of Authenticity by James Spence Authentication. Estimated Value $900 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $563
Lot 113		Baseball Legends: Hank Aaron, Joe DiMaggio and Willie Mays, Individually Signed 8 x 10" Color Photos all with James Spence Authentication. Hank Aaron (1934-2021) Joe DiMaggio (1914-1999) Willie Mays (Born 1931, 92 years old) Three legends of baseball, all three HOfs individually signing late 1980s licensed 8 x 10 color photographs. All have been certified authentic by James Spence and Associates, LOA for the DiMaggio signed photo, sticker certs and reference cards for Mays and Aaron. Virtually mint condition, no evidence of fading or creasing. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200 View details	Realized $313
Lot 114		Johannes Peter "Honus" Wagner; Cut Signature in Near Mint Condition and Dated "Pirate 1933" (1874-1955) American baseball shortstop who played 21 seasons in Major League Baseball from 1897 to 1917, almost entirely for the Pittsburgh Pirates. While most people know Wagner due to the stratospheric prices his T206 baseball card achieve, he was indeed a baseball player of considerable merit and talent. For autograph collectors, very few players boasted signatures as baroque and distinct as Wagner's. 2 x 3.5" and mounted on acid free paper, signature is in excellent condition and worthy of any level of collector. Estimated Value $800 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $938
Lot 115		1951 World Series Champions New York Yankees Team Signed Ball: 26 Signatures Including Bill Dickey, Johnny Mize and Casey Stengel. 1951 NY Yankees, team signed ball executed in steel point fountain pen ink. Signatures include HOF(s) Bill Dickey, Johnny Mize and Casey Stengel. Also included are Billy Martin, Vic Rashi, Gil McDougald, Joe Collins, Gene Woodling, Bobby Brown, Stubby Overmire, Tom Morgan, Charlie Silvera and more. Note the following signatures on the ball are Clubhouse signatures (non-malicious ghost signing by attendants, bat boys even other players as seen on this ball) Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, Jim Turner, Allie Reynolds, Mickey Mantle, Phil Rizzuto. Estimated Value $800 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 116		Collection of 19 Hall of Famers Signing 8 x 10" Portraits: Hank Aaron, Yogi Berra, Lou Boudreau, Harmon Killebew, Whitey Ford, Bob Feller. Outstanding collection of eighteen (19) Hall of Famers signing 8 x 10" photographs. Included are Hank Aaron (JSA authentication) Pee Wee Reese, Goose Gossage, Reggie Jackson, Billy Williams, Johnny Bench, Yogi Berra, Lou Boudreau, 3 x Harmon Killebew, Whitey Ford, Bob Feller, Monte Irwin, Johnny Mize, Carl Hubbel, Hoyt Wilhem, Willie McCovey and Juan Marichal. Estimated Value $700 - 1,200 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $450
Lot 117		Trove of Over 75 Signed Photos by Baseball Players, Many Greats, of the 60s-90s Including a Great Color Image of Don Drysdale & Sandy Koufax. Over 75 signed photos by baseball players beautifully kept in a large notebook, a passion spanning 30 years. Many are inscribed and signed and obtained in person or at various sports signing events. We highly recommend viewing in person or schedule for face time. None have been graded but all dubious signatures have been removed and what remains is a solid collection. Included are: Don Drysdale & Sandy Koufax signed photo (JSA Authenticated.) Also included are Yogi Berra, Carl Furillo, Don Drysdale, Bob Feller, Willy Mays, Reggie Jackson, Tommy Lasorda, Pete Rose, Bob Lemon, Wade Boggs, Warren Spahn, Ted Sizemore, Pee Wee Reese, Tommy John, Steve Garvey, Sean Newcomb, Howard Newcomb, Lou Brock, Jay Johnstone, Ron Perranoski, Brooks Robinson, Denny McLaine, Jack Clark, and so many more. Some duplicate signatures. Estimated Value $600 - 900 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $400
Lot 118		Brooklyn Dodgers: 1947 Signed Re-Strike Photo Originally Printed in the New York Journal American Boasting 15 Player Signatures. Oversized re-strike photo from 1947 of the Brooklyn Dodgers originally appearing the New York Journal American. Signing are: Gene Hermanski, Bob Bragan, Clyde King, Pee Wee Reese, Tommy Brown, Rex Barney, Eddie Miksis, Ralph Branca, Harry Taylor, John Jorgensen, Cookie Lavagetto, Vic Lombardi, Hal Gregg, Eddie Stanky and Al Gionfriddo. Photo is 12 x 17" nicely framed to 19 x 23" All signatures are bold and legible. Estimated Value $500 - 900 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 119		Hank Aaron Signed Baseball ca. 1994-1999 in Very Clean Condition, Slight Even Toning, LOA by James Spence Authetication (1934-2021) Hank Aaron, inducted into the Baseball HOF in 1982 with nearly 100% of the first voting ballot had a legendary career with the Milwaukee/Atlanta Braves. But nothing in his history can compare with his 715th homerun to beat Babe Ruth's Record on April 8, 1974 which proved a landmark cultural event. Single signed Rawlings Official National League baseball in very clean condition ca. 1994-1999. LOA by James Spence Authentication. Estimated Value $500 - 900 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $313
Lot 120		Baseball Hall of Famers: 35 Individually Signed 3 x 5 Cards: DiMaggio, Aaron, Mays, Berra, Grimes, Leonard, Greeenburg, Herman, Sewell, Snider + 25. Fine collection of 35 Baseball Hall of Famers signing all on 3 x 5 cards: Ted Williams, Brooks Robinson, Bob Feller, Stan Musial, Luke Appling, Warrem Spahn, Red Ruffing, Waite C. Hoyt, "Jamie Cool Papa" Bell (on 3 x 5 paper) Bob Lemon, Edd Roush, Al Lopez, Robin Roberts, Joe DiMaggio, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Yogi Berra, Burleigh Grimes, Buck Leonard, Hank Greeenburg, Billy Herman, Joe Sewell, Duke Snider, Bob Lemon, Robin Roberts, Joe Cronin, George Kelly, Eddie Mathews, Monty Irvin, Ralph Kiner, Johnny Mize, Travis Jackson, A. B. "Happy" Chandler, Carl Hubbel, Bill Dickey, Ted Lyon, Charles Gehringer and Jocko Conlon HOF umpire. All of the signatures are great with a few having personal observations. Estimated Value $400 - 800 From the Collection of Carol & Richard Basler. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $263
Lot 121		1978 American League All-Stars 34 Signatures on a Lineup Roster. Includes Coach Billy Martin and Hall of Famers E. Murray, C. Fisk, G. Brett, J. Rice +. The 1978 American Major League All Star Game was held July 11, 1978 in San Diego. The game had a total of 17 future Hall of Famers between the two teams. From the American League, 31 players have signed a pre-printed team roster plus Billy Martin, John McNamara and Don Zimmer as coaches and Dick Martin as trainer. There were nine future Hall of Famers playing on the league and five are included: Eddie Murray, Carlton Fisk, George Brett, Rich "Goose" Gossage, and Jim Rice. In excellent condition ready for framing. 11 x 8½". Estimated Value $400 - 600 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 122		16 Baseball Hall of Famers, a Combination of Postcards and Smaller Cards: Hank Aaron, Joe Di Maggio, Bill Dickey, Lefty Gomez, Stan Musial +. Fine collection of 16 Baseball Hall of Famers, mostly on photo postcards: Hank Aaron, Red Schoendienst, Joe Dimaggio, Earle Combs, Bill Dickey Luis Arpacio, Ernie Banks, Stan Musial 2 autographs, Inside HOW THE MAJORS PLAY BASEBALL paperback and a 3 x 5" card, Rick Ferrell, Duke Snider, Cool Papa Bell, 2 x George Kell, Robin Roberts, Bob Lemon and Lefty Gomez. Estimated Value $300 - 600 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $200
Lot 123		38 Autographs by Baseball Hall of Famers Signing Cooperstown National Baseball Hall of Fame Museum. Great Legends Here. 38 baseball Hofs have each signed a postcard of their plaques on display at the National Baseball Hall of Fame Museum in Cooperstown, New York. Collecting autographed HOF post cards from baseball greats has become popular and a perfect way to archive baseball history. Included in this collection are: Yogi Berra, Duke Snider, Al Lopez, Harmon Killebrew, Carl Hubbell, Hoyt Wilhelm, Enos Slaughter, Joe Sewell, Jocko Conlan x2, Robin Roberts, Bob Feller, Eddie Mathews, Burleigh Grimes, Juan Marichal, Ray Dandridge, Stanley Coveleski, Ferguson Jenkins, Billy Williams, John Mize, Phil Rizzuto, George Kell, Bill Terry, Rick Ferrell, Leland MacPhail, Lou Boudreau, Earl Averill, Buck Leonard, Stan Musial, A.B. Chandler, Brooks Robinson, Bob Doerr. Albert Barlick, Ralph Kiner, Edd Roush, Monte Irwin, Freddie Lindstom, Billy Herman, Monte Irvin and Earl "Gus" Wynn. Estimated Value $300 - 500 From the Collection of Carol & Richard Basler. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $204
Lot 124		16 Baseball Player Signatures on 9 Pieces: Upper Deck Heroes of Baseball 1992, 5 Astros + 1 Met Inside 1965 Program and 7 Signed Color of Stills. Diverse collection of 18 baseball player signatures from the Mid-1950s to Mid-1990s 1.) Signed Upper Deck Heroes of Baseball including Hall of Famer Tony Oliva. Joe Niekro, Jose Cruz, Mark Fidrych, and Jim Wynn 2.) July 9, 1965 New York Mets Official Program between Mets and Astros. Signing in the centerfold scorecard: The Astros: Claude Raymond, Bob Aspropmonte, David Giusti, Rusty Staub and Ron Taylor. Astros beat the Mets 6 to 2. 3.) Colors stills signed by Don Larsen, Bill "Moose" Skowran, Steve Garvey, Bobby Bonilla, and Todd Kent. Estimated Value $300 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 125		Los Angeles Dodgers: Two Team Signed Balls 1977-78 and One Unsigned Official 75th World Series Rawlings Baseball. Two Los Angeles Dodgers signed team balls from 1977-1978 where the Dodgers met the Yankees twice in a row in the World Series but were out scored. The ball with the signature by Tommy Lasorda boasts bolder signatures, but both are quite legible. Included are: Tom Lasorda (on one) Tommy John, Steve Garvey, Davey Lopes, Manny Mota, Lance Rautzhan, Doug Rau, Don Sutton, Jerry Grote, Johnny Oates, Lee Lacy, Rick Monday, Dusty Baker, Steve Yeager, Ed Goodson, and more. Also included is the 75th World Series Official Baseball in excellent condition from 1978. Estimated Value $300 - 600 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 126		Notebook One: Collection of 26 Nicely Matted and Presented Autographs by Baseball Players 1920s-1980s, 26 Total, Several HOF. Fantastic collection of 26 autographs by baseball players reaching back to the 1920s to 1980's all presented in mats with photos/baseball cards/illustrations. Two have been authenticated pulled at random: Joe Sewell of the Yankees and James "Cool Papa" Bell star of the Negro League with Letters of Authentication by James Spence. Also included are: Billy Herman, Cookie Lavagetto, Dom Dimaggio, Ralph Houk, Cal Abrams, Billy Williams, Bob Feller, Cletis Boyer, Lloyd Waner, Lou Boudreau, Eddie Stanley, Bob Friend, Ernie Harwell (broadcaster) and more. All signatures in mint condition, the mats in perfect condition and professionally done. Estimated Value $300 - 600 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 127		Notebook Two: Collection of 26 Nicely Matted and Presented Autographs by Baseball Players 1920s-1980s, 26 Total, Several HOF. Outstanding collection of 26 autographs by baseball players reaching back to the 1920s to 1980's all presented in mats with photos/baseball cards/illustrations. Two have been authenticated pulled at random: Bob Feller and Yogi Berra both certified by James Spence Authentication. Also included are: Jessie Haines, Don Larsen Ralph Terry, Willie Stargill, plus Ray Dandridge, Buck Leonard and Monte Irvin (Negro League), Bob Lemon, Don Larsen, Lefty Gomez, Ralph Kiner, Billy Herman, Lefty Grove, Jocko Conlan HOF umpire, Ralph Houk manager and more. Estimated Value $300 - 800 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 128		Notebook Three: Collection of 26 Nicely Matted and Presented Autographs by Baseball Players 1920s-1980s, 26 Total, Several HOF. Beautifully kept collection of 26 autographs by baseball players reaching back to the 1920s to 1980's all presented in mats with photos/baseball cards/illustrations. Two have been authenticated pulled at random: Yogi Berra and Whitey Ford both with letters of authenticity by James Spence Authentication. Also included are: Luke Appling, a double signed mat with Don Larsen and Yogi Berra, Dom DiMaggio, Booby Thomsen, Bob Skinner, Phil Rizzuto, Billy Loes, Dean Chance, Bill White, Marty Marion, Randy Jackson, Jim Hearn, Jim Northrup, Craig Nettles and more. Estimated Value $300 - 800 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 129		1945 Brooklyn Dodgers Team Signed Ball, 23 Signatures. LOA by James Spence Authentication, 1/7/2019. 1945 Brooklyn Dodgers team signed Spalding baseball. Ball boasts 22 authentic signatures and one non-malicious club house signature (Leo Durocher) as certified and authenticated by James Spence Authentication. Key signatures included are Ralph Branca, Les Webber, Dixie Walker, Eddie Stanky, Curt Davis and Chuck Dressen. All signed in steel-tip fountain pen. Ball at some point was coated with a varnish to protect the integrity of the signatures which are on the whole, very legible. in 1945, the Dodgers came in 3rd in the National League. Estimated Value $300 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 130		1988 NY Mets Team Signed Baseball, 30 Signatures, American League East Champions with LOA by James Spence Authentication. 1988 NY Mets team signed Rawlings baseball, 30 signatures total in black ball point pen. Included are Gary Carter (HOF), Daryl Strawberry, Keith Hernandez, Lenny Dykstra, Kevin McReynolds, Howard Johnson, Kevin Elster, David Cone, Mookie Wilson and Dwight Gooden. Letter of authenticity by James Spence Authentication. Light fadeing. Estimated Value $200 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $128
Lot 131		1989 NY Mets Team Signed Baseball, 30 Signatures, with LOA by James Spence Authentication. 1988 NY Mets team signed Rawlings baseball, 30 signatures total in black ball point pen. Included are Gary Carter (HOF), Daryl Strawberry, Keith Hernandez, Lenny Dykstra, Kevin McReynolds, Howard Johnson, David Cone, Greg Jeffries, Frank Viola and Dwight Gooden. Letter of authenticity by James Spence Authentication. All in blue ballpoint pen and extremely clean and legible. Estimated Value $200 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $125
Lot 132		East Coast Baseball: Individually Signed Balls By Duke Snider and Ralph Branca plus Eight Yankees Programs: ca. 1950. Exceptionally clean, white signed baseball by Duke Snider (with a Topps 150 baseball card), a very clean signed baseball by Ralph Branca (COA Sports Collectibles) and Eight (8) NY Yankee programs: Three (3) from 1949 two with score cards clean both against Philadelphia and one with card removed. One (1) from 1950 against Boston scorecard only partially filled in, Three (3) from 1953 Detroit, Boston and Chicago scorecards partially or fully filled in and One (1) from 1955 against Boston, scorecard partially filled in. All of the 1949 have notebook hole punches. Estimated Value $150 - 300 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $100
Lot 133		Mickey Mantle Vintage Collectible: Original 1962 Topps Mickey Mantle Bucks Insert in Near to Mint Condition. Very sharp and fresh 1962 Topps Baseball Bucks insert of Mickey Mantle, the key to the set. The 1962 Topps Baseball Bucks set consisted of 96 baseball Bucks that measure 1¾x 4". The "Bucks" were originally packaged in their own penny-packs, or folded and inserted into wax packs of 1962 Topps regular issue baseball cards. This example has been stored flat and properly archived for decades and while it has the normal factory fold it has now rendered all but invisible. Quality baseball collectible for any level of collector that is increasing in demand. Estimated Value $400 - 800 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $281
Lot 134		Rare Mickey Mantle Matchbook Covers Including Near Mint, 1960 Holiday Inn and Three Autographed Photos, Two by Bob Feller One by Stan Musial. Three collectible match book covers for collectors of Mickey Mantle epehemera, one highly prized. 1.) 1958 Yoo-Hoo Chocolate Drink endorsement on matchbook cover in fine condition with Yoo-Hoo Offer very legible on verso. 2.) Very Scarce 1960 Mickey Mantle's Holiday Inn in Joplin, Missouri in near to MINT condition. 3.) Mickey Mantle's restaurant matchbook in very good condition with breaks at fold lines otherwise okay. 4.) Two 8 x 10 signed photos by Bob Feller and one by Stan Musial. Estimated Value $400 - 800 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 135		Tilden, William Tatem: One of the Greatest American Tennis Players. Tilden, William Tatem "Big Bill" (1893-1953) U.S. tennis player who dominated the game in the 1920s. He won seven U.S. men's singles championships, three Wimbledon singles championships, and two professional titles, as well as many doubles and mixed doubles titles, and 21 of 28 Davis Cup matches. He is almost always included in the top five or six men's tennis players of all time. Known for his overpowering play and temperamental personality, he was one of the most colorful sports figures of his time and one of tennis Offered are three autographed letters signed in pencil on yellow tablet with original envelopes, dated October 17, 20 and 21, 1949 while in prison on morals charges. Tilden is writing to Marrion Anderson and her son Arthur (nickname Bratto) who he used to live with on lengthy occasions with both remaining loyal to him even during his two very public scandals. All three are signed Bill at the end of each letter, and "W.T. Tilden" in the return address, Barracks 19 from Saugus, California (prison). The two longest are at 2½ pages in which he does reference tennis in both: "I see where Gonzalez almost lost…at Newport. That is pretty lousy for the National Champion at the 2nd most import tournament….(T)he margin between you & the top flight is very little…." In both he gives Bratto some tennis instructions, including, "Remember above all else to play one match at a time…. The other, a note is brief asking for a few dollars to be sent to him. All in excellent condition. Included are three re-print 4 x 6" photos. Estimated Value $250 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $150
Lot 136		Ticket Stub from Joe Louis/Max Schmeling 1938 Fight at Yankee Stadium plus a Rocky Marciano vs Jersey Joe Walcott, Full Ticket. Ticket stub/fragment from June 22, 1938, Yankee Stadium re-match between Joe Louis and Max Schmeling with 70,000 attending to see Louis knockout Schmeling in the first round. Plus Rocky Marciano vs Jersey Joe Walcott full unused ticket, Friday April 10, 1953 in very good to excellent condition where Marciano knocked out Walcott in two minutes. Estimated Value $200 - 500 From The Private Collection of James Harrison Ring. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $125
Lot 137		Rare, Vintage, Jeff Hamilton NFL Jacket Signed by Ten 1990s Sports Broadcasters Including Namath, Brown, Montana, Bradshaw, Aikman. Jeff Hamilton, French/American designer who found his calling designing NFL, NBA and collegiate team jackets known for their superior craftsmanship and expert use of color; some reaching prices over $5000. This exceptional vintage jacket was auctioned for a considerable amount in 1991 and was signed by NFL greats who also found themselves in the broadcast booth. Players signed are Joe Namath, Jim Brown, Fran Tarkenton, Dan Marino, Joe Montana, Walter Payton, Terry Bradshaw, John Elway, Troy Aikman and O.J. Simpson. The jacket is in excellent pre-worn condition with all autographs executed in silver marker but do exhibit some "dusting" common with metallic pens. NOTE: We have been asked if the signatures are permanent and no, they could be removed by professional leather cleaner. To fix permanently, a clear fixative would be recommended. Estimated Value $250 - 800 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $325
Lot 138		Football: 10+ Signed Pieces: Two x O.J. Simpson, Don Long, 3 x Wayne Hardin, Jay Berwanger, and Yale University 1912-1913. Fine collection of signed pieces involving football. 1.) Two signed pieces by O.J. Simpson, one an excellent color 8 x 10" photo of a very snowy game while playing with the Buffalo Bills against the New York Jets. Certified authentic by James Spence and Associates. The second O.J. Simpson is a Sports Illustrated cover dated October 29, 1973 inscribed and signed. 2.) Jay Berwanger: Star halfback for the University of Chicago and was the first winner of the Downtown Athletic Club Trophy in 1935; the next year renamed the Heisman Trophy. 1930's era autograph both signed, inscribed and then initialed, the sheet lifted from and autograph book. Berwanger was also the first player drafted into the NFL. 3.) Dave Long signed commemorative cover 4.) Three 3 signed 3 x 5" cards by Wayne Hardin, legendary football player but most certainly coach for the US Naval Academy and Temple University. Later in life he was a color commentator for CBS Sports. 6.) Three letters all involving Yale University Football 1912-1913: Vance McCormick Politician and Businessman, McCormick graduated from Yale's Sheffield Scientific School in 1893, and was given an honorary MA degree by the university in 1907. While at Yale he was a member of St. Anthony Hall. A born athlete and leader, he became captain of the class football and baseball teams his freshman year and was on the university football team his junior and senior years. William Lyon Phelps: Historic orator and professor at Yale University and when attending, a very active athelete. Thomas Shelvin to Henry H. Ketchum: Henry Holman "Hank" Ketcham was an American college football player who was a center and guard positions for the Yale Bulldogs football team of Yale University. Ketcham was recognized as a consensus first-team All-American in 1911 and 1912. Estimated Value $200 - 400 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $125
Lot 139		Paul "Bear" Bryant: Inscribed and Signed Color Photo Dated July, 1982 (1913-1983) One of the greatest and most beloved college football coaches in history enjoying a remarkable, 25 year career as Alabama's head coach where he amassed six national championships and thirteen conference championships. A legend by any measure in college football, his legacy remained with so many players went on to successful professional careers and coaching. Offered is an excellent 8 x 10" color photo of Bryant, signed and dated 6 months before suffering a massive heart attack. Estimated Value $500 - 800 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 140		1950 Bowman #5 Y.A. Tittle Rookie Card SGC Graded 5. Estimated Value $200 - 400 The Culver City Collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $238
Lot 141		Fine Dealer Stock of Over 60 Johnny Unitas Graded Cards, 53 by Beckett. 1969 Topps Johnny Unitas #25 PSA NM-MT 8, 1972 Topps Johnny Unitas #165 Beckett EX-MT+ 6.5 (4) Jersey swatch cards, Topps True Champions 2006 #6, Topps 2000 #R1, Topps 2000 #R7, Topps 2000 #R8, Topps 2000 #R12, Topps 2000 #R18 and more. Total of 70 cards, 1 graded by PSA, 53 graded by Beckett with grades ranging from 6.5-9.5 and 16 graded by ASA with grades ranging from 8-9. Estimated Value $200 - 400 The Culver City Collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $363
Lot 142		1979 Topps #18 Wayne Gretzky PSA Graded NM-MT 8 Off Center. Estimated Value $600 - 1,000 The Culver City Collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,785
Lot 143		Hockey: Excellent Collection of 12 Signed Photos by Hockey Greats, Including Gretzky and Howe, Plus 12 Signed Hockey Pucks. Collection of signed photos and hockey pucks, the great majority The LA Kings. Ten signed photos including Wayne Gretzky, Gordie Howe, Alexander Frolov, Derek Armstrong, Gary Schuchuk, Marty McSorley, Adam Deadmarsh, Tom Fitzgerald, Jack Johnson, Narcel Dionne, Tony Granato, Warren Rychel, Pavel Bure Hockey Monthly and Dave Taylor and Coach Andy Murray. Signed hockey pucks and sports cards in presentation displays. Lonnie Loach, Corey Millen, Thomas Sandstrom, Warner Rychel, 2 x Kelly Hrudey and Rob Blake. Stanley Cup Signed Pucks 1993, Dave Taylor, Thomas Sandstrom, Kelley Hrudy, Mike Donnelly and Rob Stauber. Excellent condition. Estimated Value $300 - 600 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $188
Lot 144		Total of 18 Wayne Gretzky Sports Cards, 12 Graded Cards 6 Ungraded. 1980 O-PEE-CHEE #250 Wayne Gretzky PSA NM-MT 8 (OC), 1984-85 Topps #154 Wayne Gretzky SGC NM+ 7.5, 1993-94 Topps Stadium Club #1 Wayne Gretzky SGC Mint 9, 1994-95 Topps Stadium Club #4 Wayne Gretzky SGC Gem 10, 1998-99 SP Authentic #56 Wayne Gretzky 432/500 SGC NM/MT 8. (3) Mario Lemieux (2) Patrick Roy (1) Jaromir Jagr (1) Eric Lindros and (6) Finest bronze cards. Total of (18) cards, 12 graded and 6 not graded. Estimated Value $200 - 300 The Culver City Collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $200
Lot 145		Outstanding and Very Scarce Print Portrait of Pelé by James-Paul Brown, Inscribed and Signed By the Artist. Pelé, arguably one of the top ten most famous soccer/football players in history and still in the top five goal scorers of all time with 767 goals in 834 matches. James-Paul Brown has been painting musicians, landscapes, portraits and florals for over 30 years. Here he painted what has become a very hard to find gallery reproduction of his portrait of Pelé in 1994. High gloss poster has been inscribed " For Michael James Jackson, the World Cup 1994 James-Paul Brown". Jackson was producer for the rock band KISS producing their early gold and platinum records. Poster was very well kept, having no evidence of fading and best, has been laid flat for years. 22½ x 30". For fans, this is a fine piece. Estimated Value $250 - 400 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $63
Lot 146		1984 Olympics: Two (2) US Mint 1984 Olympic Prestige Set, Including the Silver Proof Dollar with the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Obverse. For the 1984 US Olympics, the US Mint entered into the Olympic Coin Program with their "Prestige Set". This wonderful six-piece set includes all of the proof issue coins of 1984 as well as a commemorative Los Angeles Olympics proof Silver dollar in the original U.S. Mint presentation with one in a faux leather folio. The special silver dollar is 90% pure silver with the LA Coliseum on the obverse and an American eagle on the verso. The mirror-like proof finish adds further beauty with an impressive gleam. Mint. Estimated Value $100 - 150 The Culver City Collection. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $69
Lot 147		Collection of 25 Autographs of Sports Greats in Boxing, Tennis & Other Notables: Arthur Ashe, Stan Smith, Jack Dempsey, Joe Wolcott +++. 25 autographs of sports greats the bulk on 3 x 5" cards. One rare signed cover by Ernest G. Hildner, member of First Basketball Team Boxing: B&W 8 x 10" signed still by Floyd Patterson, Joe Frazier, Tony Zale, Larry Holmes, Jack Sharkey, Jersey Joe Walcott, Jack Dempsey, Sugar Ray Leonard. Marvis Frazier, Tennis: Arthur Ashe, Stan Smith, Rod Laver, John Newcombe, Jack Kramer, Don McNeill, Ted Schroeder, Don McNeill, Alice Marble, Helen Hull Jacobs, Tony Trabert, Jan Kodes and Don Budge Other Notables Eddie Arcaro (horse racing legend). Parnelli Jones and Bobby Allison (race car champions), Jerry Buss (charismatic former owner of the LA Lakers), Robert Trent Jones (acclaimed golf course designer) a signed cover, and a signed cover by Roman Gabriel. Race Car AND Aerial Exhibition pilot for the legendary "The 13 Black Cats", Babe Stapp Rare signed double weight sepia portrait of one the best racers in the 1920s and 1930s as well as a daredevil pilot. Estimated Value $250 - 500 From the Collection of Carol & Richard Basler. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $300
Lot 148		Sports Greats: Diverse Collection of Signed Pieces: Bjorn Borg, Gordie Howe, Arnold Palmer, Sam Snead, Billie Jean King, Rick Barry + More. Diverse collection of various sports greats, combination of photos, magazines and cards Gordie Howe: spectacular color centerfold from Houston Aeros "Powerplay" signed boldly and cleanly as well as the cover of the New York Islanders '78-79 Yearbook. Golf Greats: First Day Issue of Bobby Jones Commemorative Stamp from 1981 with Arnold Palmer, Lee Treviño, Sam Snead, Gene Sarazan, Tom Wargo, and Walt Zembriski, Tennis Greats: Bjórn Borg, one photo, one 5 x 7" card, Billie Jean King signed photo 8 x 10" Basketball: Rick Barry signed photo, two Mike Newlin signed 5 x7" cards. Estimated Value $250 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 149		Three Signed Photos: Arthur Ashe and Two by OJ Simpson, All Certified by James Spence and Associates. Excellent 8 x 10 B&W photos. One by the gentleman of tennis, Arthur Ashe. Two (2) by O.J. Simpson inscribed and boldly signed while young (not pictured) Certified authentic by James Spence & Associates. Mint. Estimated Value $250 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $150