Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 529:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! 1973 Topps Roberto Clemente #50 Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Card
A 1973 Topps Roberto Clemente base card, number 50. The front features a full-color action image of Clemente at the plate, set within a black-bordered frame. The player name “ROBERTO CLEMENTE” and team “PITTSBURGH PIRATES” are printed in yellow and blue along the right side. A green circular icon representing an outfielder is positioned in the top right corner. The reverse of the card is printed on a yellow background and contains a detailed “Major & Minor League Batting Record” table covering the years 1954 through 1972. A commemorative cartoon on the left side of the reverse acknowledges his 3,000th career hit achieved in 1972. The manufacturer’s copyright mark at the bottom right reads “©T.C.G., PRTD. IN U.S.A.”.
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:
This card is in ungraded, raw condition. Front centering is moderately off-center toward the top and right. The reverse centering is heavily shifted toward the top edge. All four corners show light softening and minor touches of white, particularly visible on the reverse. Edges appear relatively clean with minor evidence of standard factory cutting and light shelf wear. The surface is free of visible creases, stains, or wax marks.
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