Summer Slam Collectibles Aug'26
Lot 92:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Collection of 13 Signed Baseball Photographs and Prints Including Don Larsen and Phil Rizzuto
This collection consists of 13 signed baseball photographs, prints, and promotional items featuring players from various eras and teams, primarily the New York Yankees, Houston Colt .45s, and St. Louis Browns. The lot includes a black-and-white 8×10 photograph of the Don Larsen perfect game scoreboard signed in blue ink with a "W.S. P.G. 10-8-56" inscription, carrying MLB Authentication hologram LR236505124. Two Houston Colt .45s color 8×10 photographs are featured: Bobby Shantz with a detailed game inscription (MLB Authentication hologram BBB00943690) and Hal Woodeshick (MLB Authentication hologram BC83191593). Other signatures include Phil Rizzuto on a color Yankees 8×10, Tino Martinez on a color Yankees 8×10 (inscribed #24), Maury Wills on a colorized Los Angeles Dodgers 8×10, Pete Gray on a black-and-white St. Louis Browns 8×10, Joe Garagiola on a black-and-white St. Louis Cardinals 8×10, and Nellie King on a black-and-white Pittsburgh Pirates 8×10. The set also contains a Robert Riger sketch of Bob Feller signed in blue ink, a matted color 8×10 of Brandon Webb in an Arizona Diamondbacks uniform, a Joe Ostrowski signed Yankees promotional page, and a small black-and-white Elden Auker photograph with a personalized inscription. Several photographs are produced by Photo File and carry official licensing marks.
Dimensions: 8 x 10 inches (majority).
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 items are in good to very good condition overall. Most photographs show minor signs of handling and light surface wear consistent with age and storage. The matted Brandon Webb photograph exhibits visible wear and light staining on the white matting border. Signatures remain bold and legible with no significant fading observed.
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