Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 214:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Lot of Five Signed Miami Dolphins 8×10 Photographs and Memorabilia
This lot consists of five signed memorabilia items featuring legendary players from the Miami Dolphins. The collection includes four 8×10 color action photographs and one 8×10 oversized photograph of a 1980 Topps style trading card.
The first item is an 8×10 color photograph of Hall of Fame offensive guard Larry Little (number 56) in a dark Dolphins jersey. It is hand-signed in blue ink “Larry Little” and features the PLAYERS and ProLook logos dated 2000 in the bottom right corner.
The second item is an 8×10 color photograph of Hall of Fame center Jim Langer (number 62) over the football. It is hand-signed in blue ink “Jim Langer” and inscribed “HOF 87”. This item includes an official NFL holographic authentication sticker with serial number 009454567 and a Photo File logo dated 2002.
The third item is an 8×10 color photograph of Hall of Fame quarterback Bob Griese (number 12) under center. It is hand-signed in blue ink and personalized “To Aimee Best Wishes Bob Griese”. The photo features an official NFL holographic authentication sticker with serial number A37417321 and a Photo File logo.
The fourth item is an 8×10 oversized photo of a 1980 Topps style trading card for wide receiver Jimmy Cefalo (number 81). It is hand-signed in black ink and personalized “To Aimee” and signed “Jimmy Cefalo”.
The fifth item is an 8×10 color photograph of Hall of Fame linebacker Nick Buoniconti (number 85) in action. It is hand-signed in blue ink and personalized “To Aimee Best Wishes Nick Buoniconti #85 HOF ’01”.
Also included in this lot are two separate pieces of paper with handwritten biographical notes. One note details Jimmy Cefalo’s background at Pittston Area and Penn State and his post-football career. The second note provides biographical information for Bob Griese, including his time at Purdue University and his role in the 1972 perfect season.
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 appear to be in good overall condition. There is minor surface wear visible on some of the photographs consistent with handling and age. Edges and corners are generally sharp across the collection. Three of the five signatures are personalized to a specific individual.
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