Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 116:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Four Autographed PGA and LPGA Professional Golfer Color Photographs
This collection consists of four glossy color photographs featuring hand-signed autographs from prominent professional golfers. Each photograph includes a personalized inscription. The first photograph depicts Arnold Palmer in a blue and white checkered shirt, inscribed To Nick Best Wishes and signed Arnold Palmer in black ink. The second photograph features Lee Trevino wearing a white Top-Flite hat and a Motorola and Cadillac sponsored polo shirt, inscribed To ZACHARY my best and signed Lee Trevino in black ink. The third is a promotional print for the Gary Player Group, showing Gary Player in a black long-sleeve shirt and white hat, inscribed To Nick and signed Gary Player in black ink. The lower border of this print lists international office locations for the Gary Player Group including Cape Town, Shanghai, Abu Dhabi, Palm Beach, London, and Buenos Aires. The fourth is a promotional IMG photograph of Paula Creamer during the Solheim Cup, wearing a red USA hat and white team shirt, inscribed Nick: and signed Paula Creamer in black ink. The lower margin of the Creamer photograph includes the IMG logo and corporate contact information for the IMG Center in Cleveland, Ohio. No third-party authentication stickers or certificates are visible on the items.
Dimensions: Each photograph is approximately 8 x 10 inches.
Provenance / Authentication Note: This item originates from a single-owner collection assembled by a dedicated sports fan (with a strong focus on Notre Dame and New York Yankees memorabilia). The collector actively pursued autographs over many years through in-person events, including games, autograph shows, and visits to National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum during player events, as well as through direct mail requests to athletes and celebrities. The collection included supporting material such as handwritten correspondence sent to athletes (in some cases with payment enclosed), along with photographs of the collector with various signers. A portion of this same collection was featured in our March 21st auction, where multiple items were authenticated by James Spence Authentication (JSA). In regards to any items with signature(s): While this specific item(s) may not be individually submitted for third-party authentication, it originates from the same collection and shows consistency with previously authenticated pieces. As with many large autograph collections, there may be a small number of facsimile or clubhouse-style signatures present, but for the most part we have seen AUTHENTIC SIGNATURES within the collection. Based on the overall provenance and our review, we maintain a strong level of confidence in the authenticity of most items. Bidders are encouraged to review all photos carefully and bid according to their own level of comfort. No additional authentication documentation is included unless visible within the lot photos. Please reach out with any questions.
Condition report:
The photographs are in good overall condition with vibrant color and clear, legible signatures and inscriptions. There is minor surface wear and light reflection typical of glossy photographic paper. No significant creases, tears, or staining are observed.
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