Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 424:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Complete Set of 1979 Topps Baseball Trading Cards
This set of 1979 Topps baseball cards consists of a total of 726 cards, as indicated by the handwritten identification on the storage box. Visible cards in the collection include star players such as Nolan Ryan (card number 115), Eddie Murray (card number 640), Pete Rose N.L. All-Star (card number 204), and George Brett A.L. All-Star (card number 205). The cards are printed on standard cardstock and are housed in a white cardboard storage box. The box end and side feature handwritten markings in black ink identifying the contents as 1979 Topps Baseball Complete. Several prominent cards are individually protected within clear plastic soft sleeves.
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 cards appear to be in overall Excellent to Near Mint condition based on visual inspection of the top cards. Common characteristics for this era of production are present, including varying centering and light corner softening on some cards. Key cards are protected in soft sleeves. The cards are not professionally graded.
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