Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 169:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Collection of 6 New York Mets Signed 8×10 Player Photographs Including Darryl Strawberry and Dwight Gooden
This collection consists of 6 professionally produced 8×10 inch color glossy photographs, each individually signed by a former New York Mets player. The photographs are licensed products manufactured by Photo File and feature bold signatures in blue marker. The collection represents several key figures from the franchise’s history.
The collection includes the following signed photographs:
Darryl Strawberry: Depicted mid-swing in a pinstripe home uniform. This print includes the Photo File logo with a 2004 copyright and a Major League Baseball (MLB) authentication hologram, serial number DB66042397.
Dwight Gooden: Depicted in a pitching motion wearing a blue New York Mets warm-up jacket. The print features the Photo File logo.
Mookie Wilson: Depicted mid-swing in a pinstripe home uniform. This print includes the Photo File logo with a 2007 copyright and an MLB authentication hologram, serial number LR047885121.
Ray Knight: Depicted kneeling on the field in a pinstripe home uniform, wearing jersey number 40. This print includes the Photo File logo with a 2007 copyright and an MLB authentication hologram, serial number 4287313.
Ron Hodges: Depicted kneeling on the field in a pinstripe home uniform, wearing jersey number 42. This print includes the Photo File logo with a 2007 copyright and an MLB authentication hologram, serial number 0843256381.
Sid Fernandez: Depicted in a portrait-style shot wearing a blue alternate jersey, number 12. The print features the Photo File logo.
Each photograph includes official licensing marks from Major League Baseball and the respective players’ association where applicable.
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 excellent condition. The colors remain vibrant and the glossy surfaces show no significant wear, tears, or creasing. The signatures are clear, bold, and well-preserved without fading.
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