Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 212:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! 1994 Nestle Invitational at Bay Hill Club Tournament Program Signed by Arnold Palmer
This lot consists of an official tournament program for the 1994 Nestle Invitational, held at the Bay Hill Club from March 16 to March 20, 1994. The front cover features a central photograph of Arnold Palmer, flanked by three smaller photographs of other competitors at the top; the top-left photograph depicts Tiger Woods competing as an amateur. The program is signed by Arnold Palmer in black ink within a white rectangular box integrated into the cover design. The reverse side features a full-page color advertisement for Nestle USA, the title sponsor, showing a golf ball on a blue tee and the tournament logo with a 1994 copyright. The item is accompanied by a small handwritten note on white paper stating, Autographed By Arnold Palmer – Front Cover. No formal certificate of authenticity from a third-party service is present.
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 program is in good condition, showing light handling wear consistent with its age. There is minor rubbing and light creasing along the spine and corners. The interior pages are intact, and the signature remains bold and legible.
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