New York Yankees - Munson, Mantle, Ruth, Gehrig, Etc.
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Lot 383. Autographed Photos of Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams Matted and Framed. This display, 16.25” x 22.25” and ready for display, features two of baseball’s 11 best players of all time as judged by “The Sporting News.” Each star signed a 3.25” x 3.25” black & white photo, which is matted with a 9.5” x 13” photo of them talking on the steps of an unidentified dugout. The autographs, authenticated by Kevin Keating, are 10s. Impressive and attractive!
Winning Bid $267.
Lot 388. Yogi Berra Autographed Catcher’s Mask. Mint 9 silver signature on a store model black mask. Unusual and attractive display item representing, arguably, the best catcher in baseball history. And certainly one of the most colorful! Authenticated by Kevin Keating.
Winning Bid $444.
Lot 393. Whitey Ford “Chairman of the Board” Signed Photo and OML Selig Baseball. A fine pair of items signed by the most successful pitcher of the 20th century based on winning percentage. He won 69 percent of his games and allowed only 2.75 runs per game. His place in the hierarchy of great pitchers seems to be somewhat lower than it otherwise might be because he played for a good baseball team, and he won with finesse and control rather than power. Casey Stengel, who certainly knew Ford’s abilities well, said of his left-handed star: “If you had one game to win and your life depended on it, you’d want him to pitch it.” Because he was cool and in command under pressure, Ford became known as the “Chairman of the Board.” He added this notation on a 16” x 20” sepia photo that shows him pitching at Pittsburgh’s Forbes Field in Game 6 of the 1960 World Series with a 12-0 lead. Ford did his part in the Series to capture another World Championship for the Bronx team. In two starts, he pitched two complete scoreless games. Ford’s autograph and the addition are gem mint 10. So is his signature on the sweet spot of a mint OML ball; he added “HOF ’74.” Kevin Keating authenticated the signatures.
Winning Bid $262.
Lot 400. Mickey Mantle Signed Print from His 1953 Topps Card Artwork. Unimprovable gem mint 10 autograph on a 7” x 10” print numbered 1955 of 2000. There are some light creases in the border, which brings the full size of the item to 11” x 15”. Outstanding Mantle-signed collectible. Authenticated by Kevin Keating. From the Ron Gabriel collection. Proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Society for American Baseball Research, a non-profit membership organization open to all that fosters the research, preservation, and dissemination of the history and record of baseball.
Winning Bid $198.
Lot 401. Mickey Mantle Autographed “Gold Glove” from Rawlings. Mantle signed the back of the index finger of this mint, unused store model glove. The blue sharpie autograph, which comes with a James Spence JSA Letter of Authenticity, shows significant bleeding. All letters are clearly visible. Gloves signed by Mantle are very scarce.
Winning Bid $267.
Lot 402. Mickey Mantle Autographed Original “Baseball Legends” Pencil Drawing. Created by Chicago area artist Jim Jordan for a “Baseball Legends” series of first-day covers, this original drawing presents two images of the New York Yankees’ star center fielder. The 9” x 12” artwork is double-matted and framed to 12 x 16.25”. Across the left side of the drawing, Mantle placed a large, bold mint 9 to gem mint 10 signature that has been authenticated by Kevin Keating. A copy of the FDC incorporating the artwork is included.
Winning Bid $180.
Lot 408. Vic Raschi Single-Signed Baseball. From 1949 through 1953, the New York Yankees won consecutive World Championships, and Raschi was a major factor in their success. During the period, the right-handed fireballer won 92 regular-season games and lost only 40. His career winning percentage of .667 (132-66) is better than Sandy Koufax’s (.655). He also won key World Series games. Raschi signed the sweet spot of a J deBeer & Son “Major League” baseball to his a high school friend, Clint: “If you ever get sick of coaching the Sea Breeze Indians, I have a few connections with the Yankees. Best regards, Vic Raschi.” The ball is ex-m, and the autograph and sentiment, nm 7 to nm-m 8. Raschi passed away in 1988. Baseballs with his signature are difficult to find. Authenticated by Kevin Keating.
Winning Bid $198.
