Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 501:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Collection of 18 Autographed Major and Minor League Baseball Cards Featuring Frank Robinson and Fergie Jenkins
A collection of 18 autographed baseball trading cards featuring various Major League and Minor League players, with issues dating from 1974 through 1993. Each card features an on-card signature in either blue or black ink. The collection includes two National Baseball Hall of Fame inductees: Frank Robinson (represented on a 1993 Collector’s Edge / Ball Park Franks card) and Fergie Jenkins (represented on a 1974 Topps card).
The collection includes the following identified cards:
Terry Mulholland (Philadelphia Phillies), 1990 Classic, black ink
Jorge Fabregas (California Angels), 1993 Bowman, black ink
Steve Frey (California Angels), 1992 Score, black ink
Ramon Aviles (Philadelphia Phillies), 1981 Topps, black ink
Mike Lieberthal (Reading Phillies), 1992 Classic Best, black ink
John Orton (California Angels), 1993 Leaf, blue ink
Rob Butler (Dunedin Blue Jays), 1993 Classic Best, black ink
Frank Robinson (Baltimore Orioles), 1993 Collector’s Edge / Ball Park Franks, black ink
Fergie Jenkins (Texas Rangers), 1974 Topps, blue ink
Kevin Stocker (Clearwater Phillies), 1992 Classic Best, black ink
Jay Johnstone (Los Angeles Dodgers), 1982 Topps, black ink
Bill White (Philadelphia Phillies), 1991 McDonald’s/Phillies 100th Anniversary, blue ink
Mike Stanley (New York Yankees), 1993 Bowman, black ink
Steve Scarsone (Scranton/W-B Red Barons), 1992 Pro Cards, black ink
Henry Cotto (New York Yankees), 1988 Score, blue ink
Pete Incaviglia (Texas Rangers), 1991 Topps 40th Anniversary, blue ink
Chris Nabholz (Montreal Expos), 1991 Upper Deck, blue ink
Al Leiter (Toronto Blue Jays), 1991 Topps, blue ink
No third-party authentication certificates, letters of authenticity, or holographic labels from companies such as PSA/DNA, JSA, or Beckett are 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 collection is in generally good to very good condition. Most cards exhibit minor to moderate edge wear and corner softening consistent with age and period handling. The autographs remain clear, distinct, and legible.
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