Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 697:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! An Assortment of Eight Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, and Phil Rizzuto Baseball Cards, 1980-1992
This collection consists of eight vintage-style baseball cards featuring New York Yankees legends Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, and Phil Rizzuto, housed in a standard 9-pocket protective page. The set includes five Mickey Mantle cards, two Joe DiMaggio cards, and one Phil Rizzuto card, produced by various manufacturers between 1980 and 1992. The Mickey Mantle cards include two 1992 Pinnacle cards, number 22 of 30 “First Base” and number 29 of 30 “Retirement.” Also present is a 1980 Cramer Sports Promotions Baseball Legends Series 1 card number 6 of 30, a 1987 TCMA Baseball’s Greatest Teams (1961 New York Yankees) unnumbered card, and a Pacific Baseball Legends card number 7. The Joe DiMaggio cards include a 1980 Cramer Sports Promotions Baseball Legends Series 1 card number 5 of 30 and a Pacific Baseball Legends card number 100. The collection is completed by a Phil Rizzuto Pacific Baseball Legends card number 10. The reverse of the cards features various markings including Pinnacle, Cramer Sports Promotions, TCMA 1987, and Pacific Trading Cards, Inc. logos and copyright information.
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 are in raw, ungraded condition. Based on visual inspection through the protective sleeves, the cards generally present in Excellent to Near-Mint condition. Corners appear mostly sharp, though very minor edge wear is visible on the reverse of the 1987 TCMA Mickey Mantle card. Centering is consistent with manufacturing standards of the era. No visible creases, stains, or surface damage are noted.
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