Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 573:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! 1978 Topps Eddie Murray Rookie Card #36 Baltimore Orioles
This is an original 1978 Topps baseball card featuring Hall of Famer Eddie Murray, identified as card number 36. It is Murray’s rookie card and features the Topps All-Star Rookie gold cup icon on the front. The card is printed on cardstock and depicts Murray in his Baltimore Orioles uniform. The front includes the player’s name printed vertically along the right border, the team name Orioles in purple script at the bottom, and a baseball graphic in the upper left corner containing the position text DH-1B. The reverse side features Murray’s complete major and minor league batting record from 1973 to 1977, alongside biographical information and a brief family history. A Play Ball game graphic is situated on the right side of the reverse. The copyright line at the bottom of the reverse reads B*©1978 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC. 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 raw, ungraded condition and is protected within a clear plastic sleeve. The centering is off-center, weighted toward the right border on both the front and the reverse. The corners appear relatively sharp with only very minor signs of wear. The edges are clean and straight without significant chipping. The surface displays vibrant colors and no visible creases, staining, or surface scratches are apparent through the sleeve.
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