Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 473:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Collection of Seven New York Rangers Autographed Photos and Cards Including Hall of Fame Members
This collection consists of seven autographed items related to the New York Rangers hockey franchise, primarily featuring players and personnel inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. The lot contains five 8×10 inch photographs and two signed cards.
The first item is a color 8×10 glossy photograph of defenseman Brad Park, signed in blue felt-tip marker as Brad Park 2. The reverse of the photo includes handwritten biographical notes. A second color 8×10 glossy photograph features defenseman Harry Howell, signed in blue felt-tip marker as Harry Howell #3 H.O.F ’79.
Coaching and management are represented by a black and white 8×10 photograph of Emile Francis on the bench, signed in blue felt-tip marker as Emile Cat Francis. Two signed Hockey Hall of Fame cards for Emile Francis are also included: one induction card with the HOF logo inscribed To Zachary good luck Emile Cat Francis, and one 1982 card with a color image of Francis in a team jacket, similarly inscribed To Zachary good luck Emile Cat Francis.
Goaltending memorabilia includes a black and white 8×10 photograph of Gump Worsley, signed in blue felt-tip marker as Gump Worsley. This item is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from Les Wolff Sports, LLC, dated June 25, 2010. A color 8×10 glossy photograph of Eddie Giacomin is signed in blue felt-tip marker as Eddie Giacomin #1 H.O.F – 87. This item also includes a Certificate of Authenticity from Les Wolff Sports, LLC, dated June 25, 2010.
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 collection appears to be in good condition. The photographs maintain a glossy finish and the signatures remain vibrant in blue ink. There is some minor surface wear and light handling marks visible on the edges of the photographs and cards. Two items (Worsley and Giacomin) include professional certificates of authenticity; the remaining items are unauthenticated.
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