Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 301:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Two New York Jets Autographed Photographs featuring Vinny Testaverde and Don Maynard
This lot consists of two autographed color photographs featuring prominent players from the New York Jets franchise. Both items are officially licensed Photo File prints and include official NFL holograms.
The first photograph features quarterback Vinny Testaverde in a white jersey (number 16) in an action pose. The image is signed in blue ink in the lower right field. Authentication is provided by a tamper-evident National Sports Distributors (NSD) hologram (serial number 134532) on the lower left, and the item is accompanied by a formal NSD Letter of Authenticity dated November 14, 2003, signed by owner Robert Hemphill. The print is marked in the bottom right corner with Photo File and 2001 Photo File Inc. identification and includes an official NFL licensed product hologram (serial number C68071984) in the upper right.
The second photograph features Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Don Maynard in a white jersey (number 13) in a portrait-style pose. The photo is signed in bold blue ink in the upper right field. This photograph is a licensed Photo File print and includes an official NFL licensed product hologram (serial number A49868799) in the upper right corner.
8 x 10 inches (each).
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:
Both photographs are in excellent condition. The blue ink signatures remain vibrant and clear with no signs of fading. The surfaces of the photographs are free of creases, tears, or visible abrasions. Authentication holograms and the accompanying documentation are well-preserved and intact.
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