Summer Slam Collectibles Aug'26
Lot 41:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Collection of Autographed Sports Books and Ephemera Including Joe Torre and Dick Vitale
This lot features a collection of six autographed books and related sports ephemera, primarily focused on the history of the New York Yankees and college basketball. Many of the items include personal inscriptions to an individual named Nick.
The hardbound books, all retaining their original dust jackets, include:
Pride of October: What It Was to Be Young and a Yankee by Bill Madden, inscribed to Nick on the flyleaf in black ink.
Then Roy Said to Mickey: The Best Yankees Stories Ever Told by Roy White with Darrell Berger, inscribed to Nick on the title page with White’s jersey number 6 and including an exclusive audio CD.
Chasing the Dream: My Lifelong Journey to the World Series by Joe Torre with Tom Verducci, inscribed to Nick on the flyleaf with a personalized note.
Dick Vitale: Living a Dream by Dick Vitale with Dick Weiss, signed by Vitale on the front cover and featuring a title page inscription reading To Nick WAYNE NJ STILL GOING WELL!! alongside additional signatures.
A Hero Just the Same by Jerry Coleman, signed by Coleman in blue ink on the internal portrait page.
Also included in the collection:
Panthera: My Tiger’s Eyes by Brian Paul Miller, a softcover novel with a title page inscription to Nick dated January 2015.
A Connect With Dickie V! promotional card signed in black marker by Dick Vitale.
Printed promotional materials for The V Foundation for Cancer Research.
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 is in good to very good condition. The hardcover dust jackets show minor shelf wear and light handling at the edges. The softcover novel shows light corner rubbing. Signatures and inscriptions are clear and bold throughout, primarily executed in black or blue ink and marker. No third-party certificates of authenticity are present.
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