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Sports Featuring The Roger Peckinpaugh Collection • March 25, 2021


CONTENTS

The Roger Peckinpaugh Collection ....................................................................................................................... 1

Baseball Memorabilia .......................................................................................................................................... 12

Pre-1900 Baseball Cards..................................................................................................................................... 13 Pre-War Baseball Cards ...................................................................................................................................... 14

Postwar Baseball Cards ..................................................................................................................................... 24 Postwar Card Sets ..............................................................................................................................................37 Unopened Boxes .................................................................................................................................................67

Autographed Baseball Material ........................................................................................................................... 68

Game-used Unifroms and Equipment ................................................................................................................. 77

Baseball Contracts ..............................................................................................................................................78

Football ................................................................................................................................................................80 Basketball.............................................................................................................................................................88 Boxing .................................................................................................................................................................94

Hockey ................................................................................................................................................................96 Horse Racing .......................................................................................................................................................97

Non-Sports Cards ................................................................................................................................................98

Olympics ............................................................................................................................................................105 Conditions of Sale.............................................................................................................................................. 118

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THE ROGER PECKINPAUGH COLLECTION

Ruth and Peckinpaugh with the Yankees in 1921

Peckinpaugh in the New York’s dugout in 1918 A natural leader and one of the top defensive players of his day, Roger Peckinpaugh is often cited as one of the best players to not be enshrined in Cooperstown. Though chiefly remembered for his strong throwing arm and rangy play in the middle of the infield, he was also capable at the plate, collecting 1,876 career hits. Traded from Cleveland to the New York Yankees in 1913, he quickly established himself as a leader in the clubhouse and was named captain by manager Frank Chance the next year. In 1914—at the age of 23—he became the youngest manager in the history of baseball, helming the Bronx Bombers for the last three weeks of the season after Chance's resignation. He served as a mentor to budding superstar Babe Ruth in 1920 and 1921, before being shipped off to Washington by way of Boston. Reporting on the trade to baseball historian Marty Appel in 1974, Peckinpaugh recalled: "Babe Ruth hated [Miller] Huggins and wanted me to manage. Once we were leaving Boston after a tough loss, and Babe was drunk, and he said he was gonna throw Huggins off the train!...I got traded soon after to get me out of the picture." Starting for the Senators, Peckinpaugh earned his greatest accolades: World Series champion in 1924, and Most Valuable Player of the American League in 1925. Leg injuries plagued him in later years, and he retired from the field in 1927 to embark on a new chapter as a manager and later a baseball executive.

Lot 9004 Peckinpaugh’s 1924 Washington Senators World Series Championship watch fob pendant


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Roger Peckinpaugh’s rare game-used 1918 New York Yankees road uniform with WWI memorial armband 9001. Roger Peckinpaugh’s Game-Used 1918 New York Yankees Road Uniform. Roger Peckinpaugh’s gameused New York Yankees road uniform from the 1918 season, including his jersey and pants. The button-down gray flannel jersey features “New York” (restored) across the chest and features a red, white, and blue silk World War I memorial armband on the left sleeve. It retains the proper Spalding manufacturer’s tag in the collar, and has the player’s surname chain-stitched to the right in light brown thread, “Peckingpaugh” [sic]. It has custom-hemmed sleeves, vented by underarm eyelets, and seven four-hole charcoal buttons down the front. The matching gray flannel pants feature a button-down fly and have the Spalding tag in the waistband, with “Peckingpaugh” chain-stitched below. Also includes two pairs of Peckinpaugh’s navy blue stirrups. In fine condition, with significant evidence of use including general wear and light staining, some fraying to the white portion of the tricolor armband, and some fraying to bottoms of the pant legs. Accompanied by a letter of opinion from MEARS Authentication, evaluating the jersey as “A7.5” with respect to characteristics and game use. Any authentic, game-used uniform from the deadball era is virtually unheard of—that this comes from one of baseball’s early stars, and arguably its most legendary franchise, makes this example truly remarkable. Known for his steady defense and stable demeanor, Peckinpaugh served as the Yankees’ captain from 1914 to 1921. The special red, white, and blue armband allows us to date it precisely to 1918, a year in which Peckinpaugh turned more double plays than any other American League shortstop and also led the league in assists. A unique and exceptionally desirable early New York Yankees uniform, worn on the road by their capable captain. Provenance: The Roger Peckinpaugh Family. Starting Bid $900

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The “American League” uniform of Roger Peckinpaugh, a one-time AL MVP

9002. Roger Peckinpaugh’s Personally-Worn 1920s-30s American League Exhibition Jersey. Roger Peck-

inpaugh’s personally-owned and -worn American League exhibition uniform from the 1920s-1930s, including his jersey and pants. The button-down gray flannel jersey features “American League” across the chest in red-on-navy felt lettering, matching piping on the sleeves, and navy blue piping on the collar. It retains the Spalding manufacturer’s tag in the collar, with size 42 flag tag, and typed tag identifying the player and size: “Roger Peckinpaugh, 0-101, C-42.” The gray flannel pants feature matching navy trim, a button-down fly, and Spalding tag in the waistband, with size 36 flag tag. Also includes a pair of Peckinpaugh’s black stirrups with red stripes. In fine condition, with significant evidence of use including general wear and light staining. Accompanied by a letter of opinion from MEARS Authentication, evaluating the jersey as “authentic” with respect to characteristics and game use, and noting: “’American League’ lettering on front is not original to jersey with the outline of previously applied lettering still visible. Jersey may have been repurposed from one of Peckinpaugh’s late 1920’s/early 1930’s jerseys, though MEARS cannot conclusively identify the original issuance.” Peckinpaugh spent his entire 17-year playing career in the American League, spending nine seasons with the New York Yankees and five with the Washington Senators, along with stints in Cleveland and Chicago. As a veteran leader of the Washington squad, he won the 1924 World Series and was named American League Most Valuable Player in 1925. After retiring, he managed the Cleveland Indians from 1928 to 1933 and spent a season managing the Class-AA Kansas City Blues in 1934. In 1935, he joined former ballplayer Lew Fonseca on a series of nationwide baseball promo tours. Dubbed the ‘super salesman of the American League,’ Fonseca’s program included film showings, coaching clinics, and on-field demonstrations. As the personal “American League” uniform of one of the AL’s early MVPs, this is a unique and fantastic piece. Provenance: The Roger Peckinpaugh Family. Starting Bid $500

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Babe Ruth paid by Peckinpaugh—a rare 1921 check from one Yankee star to another

9003. Babe Ruth and Roger Peckinpaugh Signed Check. Bank of Washington Heights counter check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Roger Peckinpaugh, “R. T. Peckinpaugh,” payable to Geo. H. Ruth for $1000, August 4, 1921, endorsed on the reverse by Babe Ruth, “Geo. H. Ruth.” In fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder.

Babe Ruth and Roger Peckinpaugh were teammates on the New York Yankees in 1920 and 1921, just as Ruth emerged as baseball’s premiere home run hitter. On the day Peckinpaugh wrote this check, the Yankees squared off against Ty Cobb’s Detroit Tigers at the Polo Grounds. Detroit took an early lead, but Peck and the Babe mounted a comeback effort in the eighth inning. The New York Times colorfully reported: ‘Peckinpaugh was the first man up, and he wheedled a pass out of Dutch Leonard. Babe Ruth carved the turf in right field with a hot shot good for a pair of bases, Peck stopping at third. Frank Baker flayed the ball to right for a single so vigorous that it scored both Peck and Ruth.’ The Yanks nevertheless came up short, falling 8-3 in one of their few home losses that season. Ruth would finish out the year by breaking his own single-season home run record, and the Yankees would go on to take the 1921 American League championship. Provenance: The Roger Peckinpaugh Family. Starting Bid $500 Sports Auction | March 25, 2021 | 5


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Roger Peckinpaugh’s 1924 Washington Senators World Series Championship watch fob pendant 9004. Roger Peckinpaugh’s 1924 Washington Senators World Series Championship Watch Fob. Roger Peckinpaugh’s 1924 Washington Senators World Series Championship watch fob pendant, crafted from 14K gold by Dieges & Clust, engraved on the reverse: “Presented to Roger T. Peckinpaugh by the Commissioner of Baseball,” and marked “14KT / Dieges & Clust.” The front features a patriotic depiction of the US Capitol flanked by bald eagles, over crossed bats and a silver baseball inset with a round cubic zirconia; above, the team’s city, “Washington,” appears in gilt text over red enamel, and below, “World 1924 Champions,” appears in gilt over blue enamel. The pendant is surmounted by a standard golden loop. The piece measures approximately 1.25˝ x 2˝, and weighs 23.9 grams. In fine to very fine condition. This watch fob is equivalent to a modern World Series ring—prior to rings becoming standard fare in 1926, players and coaches were commonly awarded pendants and watch fobs as championship ware.

The 1924 World Series saw the Washington Senators square off against the New York Giants in an enthralling seven-game sequence. Considered one of baseball’s most exciting championship rounds of all time, the story of the Series is one of redemption. The aging hurler Walter Johnson was Washington’s ace, making his first World Series appearance after a legendary career. It was Peckinpaugh’s second time around, having lost the championship as part of the 1921 Yankees squad in a Series that saw him make a critical error in the deciding game. Johnson lost a hard-fought battle in Game 1, pitching 12 innings in a heartbreaking loss; Peckinpaugh contributed two hits and an RBI, but it was not enough to overcome the Giants in extra innings. Washington fought back early in Game 2, scoring twice in the first inning. The Giants tied it up in the ninth frame, and the game looked like it was headed for extra innings again. With one out and a man on base in the bottom of the ninth, Peckinpaugh—who had struggled with leg injuries all season—limped to the plate and heroically hit a double, driving in the game-winning run to tie up the series at 1-1. His injury forced him to miss most of Game 3, and all of Games 4 and 5. After splitting Games 3 and 4, Washington looked forward to another start from the ‘Big Train’ in Game 5. Despite pitching another complete game, Johnson surrendered 13 hits and recorded his second loss of the series. The New York Times

called Johnson’s performance ‘one of the saddest stories ever known to baseball.’ It was clear that the team sorely missed Peckinpaugh’s steady infield defense, and he vowed to play again as the club faced elimination in Game 6: ‘I’ll be in there if I have to tear the leg off and throw it away when the game is over…I’ll play if I have to stand on one foot.’ Peckinpaugh took the field for Game 6 with his leg heavily bandaged, and went 2-for-2 with a walk and run scored. He made a brilliant play in the ninth inning to protect Washington’s one-run lead, ranging to his left to make a force out at second base as his leg gave out from under him. His teammates had to carry their collapsed shortstop off the field. Player-manager Bucky Harris reported: ‘He didn’t break his leg, but he turned a tendon, opened up an old charley horse and must have suffered the agonies of the damned. If that isn’t gameness, there’s no such thing in athletics.’ His own World Series over, Peckinpaugh had to watch the Game 7 thriller from the Washington dugout. Down 3-1 in the bottom of the eighth inning, Bucky Harris hit a two-run single to tie it up. Reaching into the bullpen for his best pitcher, he then called upon the twice-beaten Walter Johnson to open up the ninth. The ‘Big Train’ stepped up with four scoreless innings, returning to his legendary form. In the bottom of the 12th, a bad hop on an Earl McNeely ground ball allowed Muddy Ruel to score the winning run for Washington. It was Washington’s first-ever World Series victory, a feat that would not be repeated for 95 years. Provenance: The Roger Peckinpaugh Family. Starting Bid $1000

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Cobb, Foxx, and Speaker headline a rare team-signed 1928 Philadelphia Athletics baseball

9005. 1928 Philadelphia Athletics Team-Signed Baseball. Official Reach American League (Barnard) baseball

signed in ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 20 members of the 1928 Philadelphia Athletics team, including: Ty Cobb, Jimmie Foxx, Tris Speaker (ss), Al Simmons (ss), Mickey Cochrane, Lefty Grove, Jimmie Dykes, Joe Boley, Joe Bush, Sam Hale, George ‘Mule’ Haas, Ed Rommel, Jack Quinn, Joe Hauser, Carroll ‘Lefty’ Yerkes, William ‘Kid’ Gleason, Bing Miller, Rube Walberg, Ossie Orwoll, George Earnshaw. In very good condition, with soiling, toning from a light coat of shellac, and staining or scuffing affecting most of the signatures; the manufacturer’s stampings are strong, including the facsimile signature of AL President E. S. Barnard on a side panel. Led by a slew of Hall of Famers—Cobb, Foxx, Speaker, Simmons, Cochrane, and Grove would all be enshrined in Cooperstown—the 1928 Philadelphia A’s finished with a 98-55 record, second only to the similarly stacked New York Yankees squad. It was the last big league season for both Cobb and Speaker, the first of Cochrane’s two AL MVP campaigns, and Grove’s first year as the league’s winningest pitcher. The presence of the tough signature of coach Kid Gleason—famed as the manager of the scandalous 1919 ‘Black Sox’—is also of note. Provenance: The Roger Peckinpaugh Family. Starting Bid $200

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Gehrig and DiMaggio star on this baseball signed by the 1938 World Champion New York Yankees

9006. 1938 NY Yankees Team-Signed Baseball. Goldsmith ‘Official 97 League’ Southern Association baseball signed in ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 16 members of the 1938 New York Yankees team, including: Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Joe McCarthy (ss), Bill Dickey, Joe Gordon, Charles ‘Red’ Ruffing, Tom Henrich, Art Fletcher, Steve Sundra, Joe Beggs, John Haley, Johnny Murphy, Wes Ferrell, Bump Haldey, Frank Crosetti, and Jake Powell. In very good condition, with soiling, toning from a light coat of shellac, and scuffing affecting several names (slightly touching the downstroke of the “J” in DiMaggio’s signature, and not at all affecting Gehrig’s signature); the manufacturer’s stampings are strong, including the facsimile signature of Southern Association President Trammell Scott on a side panel. The 1938 Yankees season represented a passing of the torch—it was the veteran Lou Gehrig’s last full season, and the young superstar Joe DiMaggio’s third year as a big leaguer. Their careers overlapped for just four seasons, and to have two of New York’s all-time greats on a single baseball is incredibly desirable. The Bronx Bombers swept the Cubs in the 1938 World Series—their third consecutive championship victory—cementing their place as one of baseball’s great dynasties. Provenance: The Roger Peckinpaugh Family. Starting Bid $200

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Team-signed baseball with Walter Johnson on the sweet spot, from the year of his last World Series appearance

9007. 1925 Washington Senators Team-Signed Baseball. Official Reach American League (Johnson) baseball

signed in ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 17 members of the 1925 pennant-winning Washington Senators team, including: Walter Johnson (ss), Bucky Harris (ss), Sam Rice, Stan Coveleski, Roger Peckinpaugh, Joe Judge, Allen Russell, Tex Jeanes, Tom Zachary, Joe Harris, Al Schacht, Earl McNeely, Spencer Adams, Alex Ferguson, Muddy Ruel, Harry Leibold, and Everett Scott. Also bears a clubhouse signature of Dutch Ruether. In very good condition, with soiling, toning from a light coat of shellac, and scuffing affecting most of the signatures; the manufacturer’s stampings are generally strong with a few scuffs, including the facsimile signature of AL President Ban Johnson on a side panel. Coming off a heroic win in the 1924 World Series, the Washington Senators looked to repeat in 1925. They again won the American League pennant, but faltered in the World Series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Peckinpaugh, the typically steadyhanded shortstop, committed a record-breaking eight errors; Johnson dominated in Games 1 and 4, but lost the deciding Game 7 match-up. Ban Johnson accused player-manager Bucky Harris of failing to relieve Walter Johnson ‘for sentimental reasons.’ Despite the second-guessing, Harris always said, ‘If I had it to do over again, I’d still pitch Johnson.’ Provenance: The Roger Peckinpaugh Family. Starting Bid $200

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9008. 1929–1932 Cleveland Indians (3) Team-Signed Baseballs. Three baseballs signed by the 1929–1932 Cleveland Indians teams:

Official Reach American League (Barnard) baseball signed in ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 16 members of the 1929 team, including: Earl Averill, Joe Sewell, Roger Peckingpaugh (ins), Howie Shanks, Ken Holloway, Jake Miller, Willis Hudlin, Johnny Miljus, Joe Hauser (ss), Charlie Jamieson, Jackie Tavener, Lew Fonseca, Wes Ferrell, and others. Official Reach American League (Harridge) baseball signed in ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 12 members of the 1932 team, including: Earl Averill, Mel Harder, Luke Sewell, Willie Kamm, Joe Vosmik, Dick Porter, Roger Peckinpaugh (ss), Glenn Myatt, Bill Cissell, Wes Ferrell, Ed Morgan, and Johnny Burnett. Official Reach American League (Harridge) baseball signed in ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 20 members of the 1932 team, including: Earl Averill, Roger Peckinpaugh, Joe Vosmik, Luke Sewell, Willie Kamm, Sarge Connally (ss), Bruce Connatser (ss), Charlie Jamieson, Wes Ferrell, Ed Morgan, Dick Porter, Oral Hildebrand, Johnny Burnett, Clint Brown, Mel Harder, Bill Cissell, Ed Montague, Frankie Pytlak, Jack Russell, and Glenn Myatt. In overall very good condition, with soiling, toning from a light coat of shellac, and staining or scuffing affecting most of the signatures of two balls; the brighter ball is not shellacked, but has staining touching about half of the signatures; the manufacturer’s stampings are generally strong, including the facsimile signatures of AL Presidents E. S. Barnard and William Harridge on the side panels. Provenance: The Roger Peckinpaugh Family. Starting Bid $200

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Baseball Memorabilia Rose-gold pocket watch presented to Ed Delahanty after his first season in professional baseball

9009. Ed Delahanty’s 1887 Engraved Pocket Watch. Remarkable Elgin pocket watch presented to Ed Delahanty by the Mansfield Rooters (the fans of the Mansfield Base Ball Club of the Ohio State League) in 1887, evidently as a token of appreciation after his successful ‘rookie’ campaign. In 1887, the 19-year-old Delahanty signed on to play his first professional baseball for Mansfield for $50 a month, and the young star played in 83 games, batting .355 and scoring 90 runs. Recognizing that he was bound for greatness, the Mansfield Rooters must have chipped in to present him this handsome watch as a parting gift. Delahanty would join the Major League ranks the following year, playing second base and outfield for the Philadelphia Phillies. The watch features a rose gold-filled case, beautifully engraved inside, “Presented to Edward J. Delahanty by the Mansfield Rooters, 1887.” The case also bears the maker’s mark, “Fahys Montauk No. 1,” and has the serial number “280968.” The white 45mm open face is marked “Elgin Nat’l Watch Co.” and features black Roman numeral hour markers and a second-hand subdial. When wound the watch ticks and the hands move, but accuracy is untested. In fine cosmetic condition, with light wear. Includes a small golden watch chain. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1945, Delahanty was revered as one of the game’s great early hitters: he hit over .400 in three seasons (topping out at .410 in 1899) and twice led the league in home runs (registering a career-high of 19 in 1893). His exciting, flamboyant style of play captivated the fans of his hometown teams, and his skill at the plate went unmatched by friend or foe. Delahanty’s brilliant career is often overlooked in favor of his bizarre death: in July 1903, one year after being crowned the American League batting champ and amidst another successful season, he was kicked off a train for brandishing a straight razor after drinking five whiskies, then swept over Niagara Falls. His body was found at the bottom of Niagara Falls two weeks later. Starting Bid $300

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Pre-1900 Baseball Cards

9010. 1889 A35 Goodwin (Round) Album with (7) Leaves Including Anson, Kelly, Ward, and Comiskey. Exceptionally rare partial example of the A35 Goodwin & Co. ‘Baseball Champions’ Round Album, one of the 19th century’s most coveted baseball keepsakes. Widely considered one of the most beautiful baseball-related tobacco collectibles, the ‘Round Album’ was available only as a premium obtained by mail in exchange for coupons packaged with Goodwin tobacco brands like Old Judge and Dogs Head. This example contains seven of the original 12 pages, each approximately 8˝ in diameter, and includes all four of the full Hall of Famer portraits: Cap Anson, Mike Kelly, John Montgomery Ward, and Charles Comiskey. Anson, originally page three of the full assembly, grades FR/GD, with portions missing but the image of Anson full and intact; the Gore/O’Rourke/Richardson/Connor page is also detached. Pages 5-9, however, remain firmly attached by what appears to be the original clasp. The reverse of each page contains player records and game schedules printed in blue. In overall very good condition, with some scattered wear, such as edge tears and staining; none of which detract from the bright and colorful presentation. The outstanding graphics, players, and design make this extremely rare offering one of the premiere 19th century baseball items, and the most desirable of all early tobacco premium albums. Starting Bid $200

9011. 1895 N300 Mayo Cut Plug Tommy McCarthy and Jack Glasscock. Two desirable cards from the early 1895 N300 Mayo Cut

Plug set, both in poor condition but retaining excellent image clarity and quality. Includes: Hall of Famer Tommy McCarthy of the Boston Beaneaters, trimmed with some staining at the top and paper remnants affixed to back; and Jack Glasscock of the Louisville Colonels, with several creases, minor staining at top, and scrapbook remnants on the reverse. Starting Bid $200

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Pre-War Baseball Cards

9012. 1904-11 W600 Sporting Life Cabinet Honus Wagner - SGC 1 (Type 4). In terms of population, the W600 Sporting Life Cabinet of Honus Wagner in uniform is by far rarer and appears in far fewer auctions or collections than the ‘Holy Grail’ of baseball cards, the T206 Wagner, and it boasts the same iconic portrait. Famed photographer Carl Horner originally shot the most recognized image on a baseball card sometime after 1900, and based upon Wagner’s appearance in age, we surmise the image is closer to 1909. The W600 portrait in uniform is the exact same photograph used by Sweet Caporal for the famed T206 card. Sporting Life offered its cabinets for sale as premiums by mail-in offer, while T206s were inserted for free in packs of cigarettes. We also speculate the Sporting Life Cabinet was probably offered before the T206 card but due to cost (10 cents was a lot to pay for a baseball card over a hundred years ago), distribution was very limited as few were seen today. These cabinet cards are substantial premiums, 5.25 x 7 inches, printed on thick stock with subtle embossing on the borders. Absolutely beautiful miniature artworks, which due to their size, didn’t hold up well to decades of storage and moving. Sporting Life offered many of the players in two poses, street clothes or uniform, and among collectors the uniform cards command a premium. But the jumbo twin of the T206 “Holy Grail” Wagner is arguably the most desirable of all the W600 Sporting Life Cabinets. The offered card is on a Type 4 mount and is one of two Wagner’s graded by SGC. While there is significant wear to the mount garnering the appropriate SGC 1 grade, the famed portrait image is dominant, and obviously the essence of any baseball card, but never more so than with this iconic piece. Starting Bid $2500

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9013. 1909-11 T206 Lot of (10) with Hal Chase and (4) PSA Graded. Group of ten T206 white border baseball cards, including four graded by PSA GOOD 2 or GOOD+ 2.5. The cards have lower technical grades but present nicely, and the lot is highlighted by the difficult portrait of Hal Chase with pink background: this is a well-centered and eye-catching example, suffering from a horizontal crease across his chest. All have Piedmont or Sweet Caporal backs. Includes: PSA GOOD+ 2.5: Jack Hayden PSA GOOD 2: Bob Ganley, Joe Lake (New York), George Mullin (With Bat) Ungraded cards: Hal Chase (Portrait-Pink) (G), Doc White (Portrait) (G), Al Burch (Batting) (G), Dick Hoblitzell (P), Charley Carr (trimmed), and Jimmy Williams (trimmed). Starting Bid $200

9014. 1909-11 T206 Portraits Lot of (7) - Graded PSA VG-EX 4/VG-EX+ 4.5. Group of seven T206 white border

baseball cards, all graded by PSA VG-EX 4 or VG-EX+ 4.5. The appealing lot exclusively features portraits from the popular tobacco issue, including: 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Harry Krause (Portrait) - PSA VG-EX+ 4.5 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Red Dooin - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Tommy Leach (Portrait) - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Orval Overall (Portrait) - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/25 Fred Parent - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 George Stovall (Portrait) - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Fred Tenney - PSA VG-EX 4 Starting Bid $200

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9015. 1909-11 T206 Lot of (7) with Hal Chase - Graded PSA VG-EX 4. Group of seven T206 white border baseball cards highlighted by famed batting champ and alleged gambler Hal Chase, all graded by PSA VG-EX 4. Includes: 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Hal Chase (Throwing White Cap) - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 150 George Gibson - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Ed Hahn - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 150 Tom Jones - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Dode Paskert - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Cy Seymour (Batting) - PSA VG-EX 4 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Jake Stahl (No Glove Shows) - PSA VG-EX 4 Starting Bid $200

9016. 1909-11 T206 Lot of (8) - VG to VG-EX. Eight 1909-

11 T206 white border cards, all with Sweet Caporal or Piedmont backs, being a consistent assemblage grading VG to VG-EX. Includes: Bill Bergen (Batting), Lena Blackburne, Dave Brain, Al Bridwell (No Cap), Fielder Jones (Chi., Hands At Hips), Rube Geyer, Dummy Taylor, and Jake Thielman. Starting Bid $200

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9017. 1909-11 T206 Lot of (9) - Graded PSA VG 3/ VG+ 3.5. Group of nine T206 white border baseball cards, all graded by PSA VG 3 or VG+ 3.5. Includes:

1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/25 George Brown (Browne, Chicago) - PSA VG+ 3.5 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/25 Ed Killian (Pitching) PSA VG+ 3.5 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Jack White - PSA VG+ 3.5 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Johnny Bates - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Wid Conroy (With Bat) - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Ed Konetchy (Glove Above Head) - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 250 Joe Lake (St. Louis, No Ball) PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 350 Mike Mowrey - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/25 Jim Pastorius - PSA VG 3 Starting Bid $200

9018. 1909-11 T206 Lot of (9) - Graded PSA VG 3/ VG+ 3.5. Group of nine T206 white border baseball cards,

all graded by PSA VG 3 or VG+ 3.5. All are portraits from the popular set. Includes:

1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 George Stone - PSA VG+ 3.5 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 350 Herman Armbruster - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 350 Cy Barger - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 350 Jimmy Burke - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Art Devlin - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 350 Dan Moeller - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Fred Parent - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Harry Steinfeldt (Portrait) - PSA VG 3 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Billy Sullivan - PSA VG 3 Starting Bid $200

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9019. 1909-11 T206 Piedmont 150 Nap Lajoie (Portrait). An outstanding T206 Piedmont 150 portrait of

Napoleon Lajoie, one of the key Hall of Famers in the popular white border set. This is a crisp, clean, and well-centered example with just a slight miscut as issued from the factory; the background is bright yellow-gold and the card possesses superior registration. The card is without creases and the corners display all the attributes of an EX example. The card was submitted to PSA, who declined to grade it given the slight miscut. Starting Bid $200

9020. 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/25 Nap Lajoie (Throwing) PSA GOOD+ 2.5. Graded by PSA GOOD+ 2.5.

American League batting star and Hall of Famer Nap Lajoie is shown in a great ‘throwing’ pose on this desirable card from the esteemed T206 set. The card exhibits some slight soiling and rounded corners. Starting Bid $200

9021. 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/25 Willie Keeler (Portrait) PSA PR 1. Graded by PSA PR 1. Another key Hall of Fame portrait in the T206 set, this

card shows Willie Keeler in his New York uniform. Standing at 5´ 4˝ and weighing just 140 pounds, ‘Wee Willie’ was yet a towering figure in the batter’s box: regarded as one of the greatest contact hitters of all time, he was nearly impossible to strike out and finished his career with a .341 batting average. Rounded corners, light staining, and a few creases mar this well-centered, well-loved card of the two-time NL batting champ. Starting Bid $100

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9022. 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Ed Walsh and Rube Waddell - Both PSA GOOD 2.

Both graded by PSA GOOD 2. Two classic cards of the Hall of Fame pitchers, both with Sweet Caporal 150/30 backs. Waddell is the “throwing” action shot variant, and especially nice for the grade: it is well-centered with clean white borders and sharp corners, and has a very light diagonal crease across the center. Walsh is similarly well-centered, with rounded corners and a crease toward the bottom. Starting Bid $200

9023. 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Walter Johnson (Portrait) PSA VG 3. Graded by PSA VG 3.

Probably the most popular card of the ‘Big Train,’ this is one of the key Hall of Fame portraits in the T206 set. Shown early in his career with the Washington Senators’ “W” emblazoned on his uniform, Walter Johnson’s steely visage stands out against the bright yellow background. Well-centered both front and back, this is a classic card with fantastic eye-appeal for the grade. Starting Bid $200

9024. 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Mickey Doolan (Fielding) PSA EX-MT 6. Graded by PSA EX-MT

6. Mickey Doolin is featured on three different cards in the T206 set, and only one (the portrait) spelled his name correctly—in the action shots, he is known as “Doolan.” Highlighted by a great fielding pose of Philadelphia’s steady-handed shortstop, this card is a solid EX-MT example in all respects. Starting Bid $100

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9025. 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/30 Mordecai Brown and George Davis - Both PSA VG 3. Both

graded by PSA VG 3. Two eye-catching cards of the cross-town Chicago rivals and Hall of Famers, both with Sweet Caporal 150/30 backs. The card of hurler Mordecai Brown is the more desirable “Cubs Shirt” variation, and has his three-fingered throwing hand on full display. The card of switch-hitting third baseman/outfielder George Davis is an attractive example from the visually appealing ‘sunset’ subset. Both have slightly rounded corners, and Davis has light tobacco staining along the left edge. Starting Bid $200

9026. 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal Patsy Dougherty and Ginger Beaumont - Both PSA EX 5. Both graded by PSA EX 5. Two superior mid-grade examples, both with strong colors, clean white borders, and sharp corners. The Patsy Dougherty portrait (with a Sweet Caporal 150/30 back) is an especially fine specimen, with perfect printing registration and excellent centering. Ginger Beaumont has a Sweet Caporal 350/30 back, and is slightly off-center with crisp edges. Starting Bid $200

9027. 1909–1911 T206 HOF Lot of (5) - All VG. Lot of five T206 baseball cards from 1909–1911, all grading as VG. The lot contains the following Hall of Fame players: Chief Bender (trees), Roger Bresnahan (portrait), Eddie Cicotte, John McGraw (no cap), and Vic Willis (portrait). Starting Bid $200

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9028. 1911 T201 Mecca Double Folders Complete Set of (50) with (5) PSA Graded. Complete set (50/50) of 1911 T201 Mecca Double Folders, an innovative set featuring two early ballplayers per card: when folded, the player depicted on the back assumes the legs of the other player (typically a teammate) on the front. This is a desirable, complete offering of a classic early tobacco set, grading overall 35% VG-EX (one higher), 35% VG, 20% G and 10% F–P. Five cards have been graded by PSA: PSA EX-MT 6: Nap Lajoie/Fred Falkenberg PSA VG-EX 4: Terry Turner/George Stovall PSA VG 3: Tris Speaker/Earl Gardner PSA GOOD+ 2.5: Walter Johnson/Gabby Street PSA FR 1.5: Christy Matthewson [Mathewson]/Albert Bridwell Ungraded key cards include: Mordecai Brown/Arthur Hofman (VG-EX), Fred Clarke/Robert Byrne (VG-EX), Johnny Evers/ Frank Chance (VG), Zack Wheat/Bill Bergen (VG MC), Miller Huggins/Roger Bresnahan (VG), Chief Bender/Rube Oldring (VG), Eddie Collins/Frank Baker (VG), and Ty Cobb/Sam Crawford (P). Starting Bid $200

9029. 1911 T205 Gold Border HOF Lot of (3). Lot of three 1911 T205 Gold Border baseball cards for Hall of Fame players Mordecai Brown (VG), Fred Clarke (VG), and Joe Tinker (VG/EX). Some light rubbing to edges. An attractive set marked by its bold, bright colors. Starting Bid $200

9030. 1911 T3 Turkey Red #38 Jake Stahl (Checklist Back) SGC VG/EX 4. Graded by SGC VG/EX 4. A brightly

colored example of Stahl in his Boston Red Sox uniform, with checklist featured on the back. As a player-manager in 1912, Stahl led the Red Sox to a World Series title over the New York Giants in seven games. Starting Bid $200

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9031. 1911 T205 Gold Border Lot of (21) - Mostly VG/EX. Con-

sistent lot of 21 baseball cards from the beautifully illustrated 1911 T205 Gold Border set, grading VG/ EX overall with a few lesser. Includes: Doc Adkins, Henry Batch, Larry Doyle, Jack Dunn, Steve Evans, Jimmy Frick (2, one graded by SGC VG/ EX 4), Charlie Hanford, Jack Knight, Ed Konetchy, Watty Lee, Sport McAllister, Fred Merkle, George Merritt, Johnny Nee, Rehel Oakes, Fred Payne, Jimmy Phelan, Deacon Phillippe, Ed Reulbach, and Harry Wolter. Starting Bid $200

9032. 1911 T3 Turkey Red Lot of (4) with Jennings. Lot of four 1911 T3 Turkey Red baseball cards, which includes: #14 Red Dooin (VG), #18 Hughie Jennings (G), #90 Mickey Doolan (G), and #102 Johnny Kling (Turkey Red back; VG). Starting Bid $200

9033. 1912 T202 Hassan Triple Folder Collins / Baker - Baker Gets His Man PSA VG 3. Graded by PSA VG 3.

A bright and colorful card boasting a pair of Hall of Famers and an action scene that shows ‘Home Run’ Baker making a tag at third. Produced in 1912 by Hassan Cigarettes, these ‘Triple Folder’ cards include portrait images of the ballplayers on the sides and an action image in the middle, with the sides hinged to make the cards foldable. While the front contains imagery, the card back contains brief player biographies plus a detailed description of the action image, with this one notably entitled “Baker Gets His Man.” Starting Bid $100

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9034. 1912 T202 Hassan Triple Folder Krause / Thomas - The Athletic Infield PSA EX-MT 6. Graded by PSA EX-MT 6. A strong example of “The Athletic Infield,” which features Harry Krause and Ira Thomas of the Philadelphia Athletics. Only 10 graded higher. Produced in 1912 by Hassan Cigarettes, these ‘Triple Folder’ cards include portrait images of the ballplayers on the sides and an action image in the middle, with the sides hinged to make the cards foldable. While the front contains imagery, the card back contains brief player biographies plus a detailed description of the action image. Starting Bid $100

9035. 1912 T202 Hassan Triple Folder Lot of (2) - Both PSA EX 5. Both graded by PSA EX 5. Pair of 1912 T202

Hassan Triple Folder cards, with one featuring portraits of George McBride and Clyde Milan with an action scene entitled “Schaefer on First,” and the other showing Oscar Stanage and Ed Summers with an action shot entitled “Crawford About to Smash One.” A desirable duo of mid-grade cards. Produced in 1912 by Hassan Cigarettes, these ‘Triple Folder’ cards include portrait images of the ballplayers on the sides and an action image in the middle, with the sides hinged to make the cards foldable. While the front contains imagery, the card back contains brief player biographies plus a detailed description of the action image. Starting Bid $100

9036. 1936 R312 National Chicle Pastel Photo Premiums Lot of (20). Very clean, consistent lot of (20) 1936 R312 National Chicle Pastel Photo Premiums, grading VG-EX overall with no creases. Includes: Tris Speaker/Kiki Cuyler/Danny Taylor, Pie Traynor/Augie Galan (2), Gabby Hartnett, Paul Waner/Lloyd Waner/Jim Weaver, Chuck Dressen, Alvin Crowder, Bud Parmlee, Lee Bell/Zeke Bonura, Cy Blanton, Benny Frey, Cliff Bolton/Earl Whitehill, Schoolboy Rowe, Dolph Camilli, John Allen, Jim Collins/Stan Hack, Mace Brown, and Van Lingle Mungo (3). Starting Bid $200

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Postwar Baseball Cards 9037. 1948 Leaf Group of (24) Baseball and (6) Boxing Cards. Group of 30 1948

#47 George (Sam) Vico #49 Del Ennis (2) #59 Luke Appling #65 Bob Elliott #73 Pat Seerey #82 Johnny Lindell #84 Sid Hudson #86 Ralph Weigel #91 Ralph Kiner #97 Marty Marion #102 Gene Hermanski #128 Buddy Rosar (2) #136 Cliff Aberson (PSA VG-EX+ 4.5) #159 Mizell Platt

Leaf Gum Co. baseball and boxing cards, offering a great start on the brightly colored baseball set. The grouping includes 21 different baseball cards (plus three duplicates), and six cards from the boxing set. The group grades VG-EX overall, with many presenting closer to EX, and is highlighted by early cards of Ralph Kiner (VG-EX) and Johnny Mize (EX). Includes:

Boxing: #3 Benny Leonard #8 Arturo Godoy #13 Beau Jack #15 Tony Zale #18 Jackie Fields #19 Kid Chocolate

Baseball: #14 Billy Johnson #17 Frank (Stubby) Overmire #26 Sam Chapman #28 Jim Hegan #31 Lou Brissie (2) #42 Kent Peterson #46 Johnny Mize

Starting Bid $200

9038. 1950s-60s Bowman and Topps Mickey Mantle Lot of (4) - PSA FR 1.5 to VG-EX+ 4.5. Great collector’s group of classic Mickey Mantle cards spanning

his prime years, all graded by PSA. Includes:

1955 Bowman #202 Mickey Mantle - PSA GOOD 2 1956 Topps #135 Mickey Mantle (White Back) - PSA FR 1.5 1960 Topps #563 Mickey Mantle AS - PSA VG-EX+ 4.5 1965 Topps #350 Mickey Mantle - PSA VG 3 A vertical crease passes through Mantle’s face on the 1956 Topps card—otherwise, the group offers excellent eye appeal at a reasonable value. Starting Bid $200

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9039. 1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle - SGC EX 5. Graded by SGC EX 5. One of the most recognizable and premiere cards within the hobby, this appealing example has been conservatively assessed by SGC. With slightly higher graded examples realizing prices in excess of six figures, this card offers a tremendous alternative while giving up virtually nothing in the way of aesthetics.

The image contains no discolorations, no blemishes of any kind, exhibiting a bold, crisp image with bright colors including the golden bat on Mick’s right shoulder, set against a deep blue sky canvas. Very comparable to examples graded much higher. Centering is 60/40 to the right which is above average for the issue. Very light corner wear is evenly appropriated to each corner, with subtle touches but still exhibiting 90 degree square angles. The reverse is very well centered, strong print quality and no surface issues. A PSA 9 example sold earlier this year for $5.2 million, making it the most valuable card ever sold. Starting Bid $5000

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9040. 1954 Bowman #65 Mickey Mantle PSA EX-MT 6. Graded by PSA

EX-MT 6. A sought-after example of Mantle set to enter his fourth year with the New York Yankees, a season during which he would lead the entire major leagues in runs (129) en route to his third straight All-Star team nod. A handsome example with strong color; the image is slightly off-center, with soft corner tips. Starting Bid $200

9041. 1955 Bowman #202 Mickey Mantle - PSA NM-MT 8. Graded by PSA NM-MT 8. Extremely well centered, sharp corners example of this tough card. With the flush to the edge brown borders, this issue is tough to find in high grade. High end. Starting Bid $2000

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9042. 1956 Topps #11 Cubs Team (Name Centered) - PSA NM-MT 8 - Ten Higher! Picturing the 1955 Chicago

Cubs, this is one of the six team cards in the 1956 Topps set (out of sixteen total) that comes in three variations: dated 1955, team name centered, and team name left-justified. The dated cards are considered most desirable, followed by the team name left, then team name centered. The highlight of this card is the portrayal of budding superstar shortstop Ernie Banks in the third row, in his second full season in the big leagues. Like all team cards in the set, the back offers a brief team history, team records, and the dimensions of their ballpark: in this case, the iconic, ivy-covered Wrigley Field. One of the few PSA NM-MT 8 cards offered as part of this set registry auction, it is still difficult to beat: only ten have been graded higher. Starting Bid $200

9043. 1956 Topps #225 Gil McDougald - PSA MINT 9 - one Higher! The star infielder of the great 1950s Yankees

teams, McDougald was a six-time All-Star and five-time World Series champ. Here, he is shown turning one of his trademark double plays: throughout his career, he led all American League infielders in double plays at three different positions—at third base (1952), at second base (1955), and shortstop (1957). Starting Bid $200

9044. 1956 Topps #228 Mickey Vernon - PSA MINT 9.

Vernon made his sixth All-Star team in his first year in Boston, hitting .310 with 15 homers and 84 RBI. Starting Bid $100

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9045. 1958 Topps #150 Mickey Mantle PSA EX-MT 6. Graded by PSA EX-MT 6. Near perfect centering, brilliant sunset orange/yellow color, with tiny chips to the right two corners. High end for the grade. Starting Bid $200

9046. 1959 Fleer Ted Williams Lot of (54). Lot of (54)

cards from the 1959 Fleer Ted Williams set (with some duplication), grading overall 5% NM, 15% EX-MT, 50% EX, and 30% VG-EX, with a few lesser. Key cards include: #1 The Early Years (VG-EX), #9 First Step to the Majors (VG-EX), #11 First Spring Training (VG), #79 Where Ted Stands (EX), and #80 Ted’s Goals for 1959 (2, EX). Starting Bid $100

9047. 1960 Topps #148 Carl Yastrzemski RC PSA EX 5. Graded by PSA EX 5. The Boston Red Sox rookie star, Carl Yastrzemski, is shown as a second baseman on his first baseball card—a position he never actually played in the big leagues. Replacing the retiring Ted Williams, he learned to contend with Fenway Park’s Green Monster and went on to win seven Gold Glove awards as the American League’s best defensive left fielder. Also feared at the plate, he won the elusive Triple Crown in 1967, and tallied career totals of 3,419 hits and 452 homers. Some ink transfer across the surface is the detracting factor of this otherwise brilliant rookie card. Starting Bid $200

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9048. 1960s-70s Topps Hall of Famers Lot of (7): Mantle, Ryan, Clemente, Bench, and Jackson. Seven

ungraded late 1960s–early 1970s Topps cards of Hall of Famers, including: 1968 Topps #150 Roberto Clemente - EX-MT 1968 Topps #247 Reds Rookie Stars Johnny Bench RC (2) VG-EX 1969 Topps #260 Reggie Jackson - VG-EX 1969 Topps #500 Mickey Mantle - G 1969 Topps #533 Nolan Ryan - VG-EX 1973 Topps #220 Nolan Ryan - NM Starting Bid $200

9049. 1961 Topps #350 Ernie Banks and 1962 Topps #320 Hank Aaron - Both PSA VG-EX 4. Both graded by PSA VG-EX 4. Nice examples of two of baseball’s transformative stars of the era, with bright portraits of the elite ballplayers. Banks is shown as the National League’s reigning home run king, while Aaron is vividly portrayed in his Milwaukee Braves uniform. Both are affected by mild wear to edges and corners. Starting Bid $100

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9050. 1965 Topps #350 Mickey Mantle - PSA NM-MT+ 8.5. Graded by PSA NM-MT+ 8.5. Having many MINT 9 qualities, this example has four sharp corners with a solid, near perfect blue reverse. Usually seen with less than stellar centering, this example is perfectly centered front and back. Starting Bid $500

9051. 1965–1967 Topps Hank Aaron and Willie Mays Lot of (4) - PSA VG-EX 4 and EX 5. Nice lot of four mid-grade cards of the era’s top outfielders,

all graded by PSA. Includes:

1965 Topps #170 Hank Aaron - PSA VG-EX 4 1965 Topps #250 Willie Mays - PSA VG-EX 4 1965 Topps #250 Willie Mays - PSA EX 5 1967 Topps #250 Hank Aaron - PSA EX 5 Starting Bid $200

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9052. 1965 Topps #377 Willie Stargell PSA NM-MT 8. Graded by PSA NM-MT 8. Bright colors and sharp corners

highlight this card from Stargell’s second All-Star season. Starting Bid $100

9053. 1966 Topps #1 Willie Mays PSA EX-MT 6. Graded by PSA EX-MT 6. Clean and bright with respectable centering and even gloss, this is a fine mid-grade example of the first card of the 1965 Topps set: dressed in his San Francisco Giants uniform, Mays is shown tossing a baseball into his glove. Starting Bid $200

9054. 1966 Topps #1 Willie Mays PSA VG-EX 4 Group of (5). All graded by PSA VG-EX 4. Five mid-grade examples

of the first card of the 1965 Topps set: dressed in his San Francisco Giants uniform, Mays is shown tossing a baseball into his glove. Two exhibit light creases, while the others appear better than their technical grade. Starting Bid $200

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9055. 1966 Topps #100 Sandy Koufax PSA NM-MT 8. Graded by PSA NM-MT 8. A brilliant close-up shot of the

Dodgers southpaw is featured on his last regular Topps issue, produced in what would be his final season. The pack-fresh card is bright and clean on the front and back; slightly crooked centering and two touched corner tips place it as a solid near mint-mint example. Though pitching with a sore arm, Koufax turned in the ultimate capstone campaign for an extraordinary career—in 1966, he won 27 games with a 1.73 ERA and 317 strikeouts, leading the Majors in all three categories. He earned his third Cy Young Award and cemented his legacy as one of the greatest pitchers of all time. Starting Bid $200

9056. 1966 Topps #30 Pete Rose PSA EX 5 Group of (3). All graded by PSA EX 5.

Three nice mid-grade examples of Roses’ third Topps card, showing the hustling Cincinnati Reds infielder in his batting stance. Generally well-centered with bright colors, slightly soft corner tips, and some minor printing irregularities. Starting Bid $100

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9057. 1966 Topps #50 Mickey Mantle PSA EX-MT 6. Graded by PSA EX-MT 6. A great mid-grade card of the switch-hitting slugger in his lefty stance while wearing Yankees pinstripes, affected by just a tiny ding to the upper right corner tip. Starting Bid $200


9058. 1966 Topps #50 Mickey Mantle PSA EX 5 Group of (3). All graded by

PSA EX 5. Three attractive mid-grade examples of Mantle’s classic 1965 Topps card, showing the switch-hitting slugger in his lefty stance while wearing Yankees pinstripes. Generally well-centered with bold colors and slightly touched corner tips. Starting Bid $200

9059. 1966 Topps #50 Mickey Mantle PSA EX-MT 6.

Graded by PSA EX-MT 6. This classic mid-grade card boasts sharp corners and shows the switch-hitting slugger in his lefty stance while wearing Yankees pinstripes; somewhat off-center with a small surface wrinkle at the top. Starting Bid $200

9060. 1967 Topps #250 Hank Aaron PSA NM+ 7.5.

Graded by PSA NM+ 7.5. The veteran slugger Hank Aaron finishes a mighty swing on the front of his 1967 Topps card, issued in the year of his last National League home run title. Vivid coloration, sharp corners, and a great glossy sheen make this card a standout. Starting Bid $200

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9061. 1967 Topps #45 Roger Maris and #55 Don Drysdale - Both PSA NM 7. Both graded by PSA NM 7. A nice

pairing of stars from the 1967 Topps set, offered in clean and well-centered examples. Starting Bid $100

9062. 1968 Topps #177 Nolan Ryan/Jerry Koosman RC PSA NM-MT 8. Graded

by PSA NM-MT 8. Arguably the top rookie card of the 1960s, this iconic card of the Mets’ 1968 rookie stars—pitchers Nolan Ryan and Jerry Koosman—has a practically flawless appearance. With razor-sharp corners and edges, brilliant colors, and above-average centering, it is a spectacular example. Although Ryan showed enormous promise in the Mets system, it was not until he was traded to the Angels in 1972 that he emerged as a bona fide flamethrower. Over the course of his career, Ryan amassed a whopping 5,714 strikeouts and made eight All-Star appearances. The only recognized rookie card of baseball’s alltime strikeout king, this is an extraordinarily highly soughtafter baseball card and one of the true Topps classics of the 1960s. Starting Bid $500

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9063. 1973 Topps #50 Roberto Clemente PSA NM 7 (2) and PSA EX-MT 6 (1). Two graded by PSA NM 7 and

one graded by PSA EX-MT 6. A trio of mid-grade examples of Clemente’s last regular Topps issue, showing him at bat for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Clemente had collected his 3,000th career hit in 1972, and was killed in a plane crash at the end of the year while attempting to provide relief to Nicaraguan earthquake victims. Clemente was posthumously elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973, bypassing the typical waiting period due to the heroic circumstances of his death. Starting Bid $200

9065. 1974 Topps #1 Hank Aaron Home Run King PSA MINT 9. Graded by PSA MINT 9. To start off their 1974 set, Topps decided to preemptively honor Hank Aaron as baseball’s “new all-time home run king.” Great centering, perfect corners, and a vivid image of Aaron are the highlights of this MINT baseball card. Just one has received a higher grade from PSA.

After finishing the ‘73 campaign with a career total of 713 home runs—one behind Babe Ruth’s mark—it was only a matter of time before he would surpass the ‘Sultan of Swat’ and take his place at the top of the home run leaderboard. Hammerin’ Hank tied Ruth’s record in his first swing of the season on April 4, 1974, blasting a pitch from Reds pitcher Jack Billingham into the stands at Cincinnati’s Riverfront Stadium. He broke the record when the Braves returned to Atlanta on April 8th, sending an Al Downing fastball into the bullpen for his famous 715th home run. Aaron would retire two years later, with 755 home runs to his name. Starting Bid $200

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9064. 1973 Topps #615 Mike Schmidt/Ron Cey/John Hilton RC PSA MINT 9. Graded by PSA MINT 9. A choice example of the

‘king’ of the 1973 Topps set, featuring the National League’s rookie third basemen—Mike Schmidt of the Philadelphia Phillies, Ron Cey of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and John Hilton of the San Diego Padres. Nicely centered with razor-sharp corners and edges, this is a superb specimen of a sought-after rookie card. Only six examples have achieved a higher grade from PSA. Starting Bid $300

9067. 2010 Bowman #PP5 Mike Trout (Purple Refractor) PSA MINT 9. Graded by PSA MINT 9. A desirable high-grade card of Mike Trout during his explosive minor league career. This attractive variant features the purple refractor background. Starting Bid $200

9066. 1980s Star Rookies Lot of (5): Ripken, Griffey, McGwire - All PSA NM-MT 8. Five classic rookie cards of the 1980s featuring legends and Hall of Famers, all graded by PSA NM-MT 8. Includes: 1982 Topps #21 Baltimore Orioles Future Stars - Bob Bonner/Cal Ripken Jr./Jeff Schneider (2), 1985 Topps #401 Mark McGwire, and 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr. (2). A great quintet of three of the most sought-after rookies of the modern day. Starting Bid $100

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Postwar Baseball Card Sets

9068. 1939–1960 Play Ball, Bowman, Topps Baseball Shoebox Lot of (575) Cards. Fantastic vintage ‘shoebox’ lot offering a diverse, instant collection of 575 cards from the period, predominately comprised of Topps cards from the late 1950s. A great start for post-war set builders and type card collectors. Many cards have small ballpoint annotations on the backs. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

9069. 1947–1966 Baseball Exhibits Lot of (79). Collection

of 79 of these popular Exhibit cards (including 24 duplicates), which were sold via vending machines over a multi-decade period beginning in 1947 and ending in 1966. Each card contains an image of the player along with either his facsimile signature or name printed at the bottom. The group includes eight Hall of Famers: Hank Aaron (EX), Al Kaline (EX), Don Drysdale (EX-MT), Roger Maris (VG-EX), Roy Campanella (VG-EX MK), Brooks Robinson (VG-EX), Richie Ashburn (VG-EX MK), and Robin Roberts (VG MK). In overall EX condition; eleven have writing on the back, denoted with “MK” on the above list of HOFers. Starting Bid $100

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Mid-to-upper grade set of 1957 Topps baseball, with 31 PSA graded cards

9070. 1957 Topps Baseball Complete Set (407). A solid mid-to-upper grade complete set (407/407) of 1957 Topps

baseball cards, grading overall at 10% NM, 25% EX-MT, 50% EX, and 15% VG-EX, with a few lesser. A total of 31 cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM 7 (14): #32 Hersh Freeman, #70 Richie Ashburn, #75 Jim Piersall, #113 Wilmer Mizell, #121 Clete Boyer RC, #207 Billy Hunter, #262 Bobby Thomson, #289 Jim Bolger, #293 Ted Abernathy, #304 Joe Cunningham, #308 Dick Hall, #357 Earl Torgeson, #358 Jerry Lynch, #404 Harry Anderson PSA EX-MT 6 (6): #2 Yogi Berra, #45 Carl Furillo, #90 Warren Spahn, #302 Sandy Koufax, #321 Red Murff, #407 Yankees Power Hitters - Mantle/Berra PSA EX+ 5.5 (1): #400 Dodgers Sluggers - Furillo/Hodges/Campanella/Snider PSA EX 5 (3): #10 Willie Mays, #212 Rocky Colavito RC, #312 Tony Kubek RC PSA VG-EX+ 4.5 (1): #95 Mickey Mantle PSA VG-EX 4 (3): #1 Ted Williams, #18 Don Drysdale RC, #76 Roberto Clemente PSA VG+ 3.5 (2): #20 Hank Aaron, #328 Brooks Robinson RC PSA VG 3 (1): #35 Frank Robinson RC Ungraded key cards include: #7 Luis Aparicio (EX), #24 Bill Mazeroski RC (EX), #25 White Ford (VG-EX), #30 Pee Wee Reese (EX), #40 Early Wynn (EX-MT), #55 Ernie Banks (EX), #62 Billy Martin (EX-MT), #80 Gil Hodges (EX-MT), #85 Larry Doby (NM), #120 Bob Lemon (EX), #125 Al Kaline (EX), #165 Ted Kluszewski (VG-EX), #170 Duke Snider (EX-MT), #210 Roy Campanella (EX), #250 Ed Mathews (EX-MT), #277 Johnny Podres (NM), #286 Bobby Richardson RC (EX), #324 Brooklyn Dodgers Team (VG), #329 Chicago White Sox Team (EX-MT), and #338 Jim Bunning RC (VG-EX). Starting Bid $300

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9071. 1958 Topps Baseball Complete Set (494). Complete set (494/494) of 1958 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 5% EX-MT (with a few better), 40% EX, 40% VG-EX, and 15% VG or lesser. Twelve cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM 7: #487 Mickey Mantle AS PSA EX-MT 6: #187 Sandy Koufax PSA VG-EX+ 4.5: #476 Stan Musial

PSA VG-EX 4: #47 Roger Maris RC, #307 Brooks Robinson, #418 WS Batting Foes - Mickey Mantle/Hank Aaron, #485 Ted Williams AS PSA VG 3: #1 Ted Williams, #5 Willie Mays, #30 Hank Aaron (White Name), #52 Roberto Clemente, #150 Mickey Mantle View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

9072. 1959–1968 Baseball Lot of Sets/Partial Sets: 1959 Fleer Ted Williams, 1963 Fleer, 1964 Topps Standup, 1965 Topps Embossed, etc.

Collection of small sets, partial sets, and groups from 1959–1968, including various ‘oddball’ and non-standard issues from Topps and Fleer, amounting to over 450 vintage baseball cards. Most have small ballpoint annotations on the backs. Starting Bid $200

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9073. 1960 Topps Baseball Complete Set (572). Complete set (572/572) of 1960 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 15% EX-MT or better, 50% EX, 30% VG-EX, and 5% VG or lesser. A dozen cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM 7 (OC): #566 Hank Aaron AS PSA EX-MT 6: #326 Roberto Clemente PSA EX+ 5.5: #343 Sandy Koufax PSA EX 5: #565 Roger Maris AS

9074. 1960s Topps Baseball Lot of (10) HOFers with Aaron, Banks, and More - All PSA Graded. Ten 1960s Topps baseball cards of Hall of Famers, all graded by PSA. Includes: 1964 Topps #460 Bob Gibson - PSA EX-MT 6 1965 Topps #385 Carl Yastrzemski - PSA EX 5 1966 Topps #36 Jim ‘Catfish’ Hunter - PSA EX-MT 6 1966 Topps #70 Carl Yastrzemski - PSA EX 5 40 |

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PSA VG-EX+ 4.5: #200 Willie Mays PSA VG-EX 4: #250 Stan Musial, #300 Hank Aaron, #564 Willie Mays AS PSA VG+ 3.5: #563 Mickey Mantle AS PSA VG 3: #148 Carl Yastrzemski RC, #350 Mickey Mantle, #377 Roger Maris View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

1966 Topps #110 Ernie Banks - PSA EX 5 1967 Topps #30 Al Kaline - PSA VG-EX 4 1967 Topps #30 Al Kaline - PSA EX 5 1967 Topps #210 Bob Gibson - PSA VG 3 1967 Topps #210 Bob Gibson - PSA EX 5 1967 Topps #250 Hank Aaron - PSA EX 5 View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200


Superlative set of 1961 Topps cards, with over 80 graded by PSA—mostly NM 7

9075. 1961 Topps Baseball Complete Set (572).

Extraordinary complete set (572/572) of 1961 Topps baseball cards, with very consistent presentation and centering. Grades overall at 40% NM, 45% EX-MT, and 15% EX with a few lesser. Includes an impressive 87 graded cards, mostly near mint: PSA NM-MT+ 8.5: #90 Jerry Staley, #237 Billy Loes PSA NM-MT 8: #395 Chuck Estrada, #525 Ron Perranoski, #538 Chuck Hiller, #554 Pittsburgh Pirates Team PSA NM+ 7.5: #78 Lee Walls, #104 John Blanchard, #119 A’s Big Armor, #130 Norm Larker, #227 Juan Pizarro, #328 Jim O’Toole, #539 Johnny Klippstein PSA NM 7: #2 Roger Maris, #3 John Buzhardt, #4 Lenny Green, #13 Chuck Cottier, #14 Don Mossi, #27 Jerry Kindall, #31 Bob Schmidt, #35 Ron Santo, #39 Leo Posada, #57 Marv Throneberry, #66 Bill Henry, #73 Al Spangler, #107 Seth Morehead, #110 Vada Pinson, #168 Tommy Davis, #189 Checklist, #211 Bob Gibson, #228 New York Yankees Team, #255 Vic Power, #283 Bob Anderson, #287 Carl Yastrzemski, #290 Stan Musial, #300 Mickey Mantle, #317 Jim Brewer, #330 Rocky Colavito, #334 Walt Bond, #350 Ernie Banks, #360 Frank Robinson, #371 Bill Skowron, #388 Roberto Clemente, #402 Don Larsen’s Perfect Game, #405 Gehrig Benched, #415 Hank

Aaron, #425 Yogi Berra, #430 Bill Mazeroski, #435 Orlando Cepeda, #440 Luis Aparicio, #443 Duke Snider, #472 Yogi Berra MVP, #474 Al Rosen MVP, #482 Willie Mays MVP, #490 Jim Bunning, #524 Johnny Logan, #532 Bob Hale, #543 Roger Craig, #541 Roland Sheldon, #545 Hoyt Wilhelm, #546 Marty Kutyna, #548 Ted Wills, #552 Jim Archer, #553 Bill Fischer, #556 Ken R. Hunt, #559 Jim Gentile, #561 Charley James, #570 Nellie Fox AS, #571 Bill Mazeroski AS, #575 Ernie Banks AS, #579 Willie Mays AS, #581 Frank Robinson AS, #584 Jim Perry AS, #586 Whitey Ford AS PSA EX-MT+ 6.5: #589 Warren Spahn AS PSA EX-MT 6: #141 Billy Williams, #150 Willie Mays, #344 Sandy Koufax, #417 Juan Marichal RC, #475 Mickey Mantle MVP PSA EX 5: #576 Roger Maris AS, #577 Hank Aaron AS SGC 88/NM-MT 8: #499 Chuck Schilling, #529 Bob Roselli, #558 Don Ferrarese SGC 84/NM 7: #41 NL Batting Leaders, #578 Mickey Mantle GAI NM-MT 8: #463 Milwaukee Braves Team Starting Bid $500

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9076. 1960s Topps Baseball Shoebox Lot of (840) Cards. Great collection of 840 baseball cards from the legendary Topps sets of the 1960s, with some duplication throughout and many of the pre-1965 cards with small ballpoint notations on the backs. Includes: 1962 Topps (14) - (VG-EX). 1963 Topps (135) - with #25 Al Kaline (EX MK) and #250 Stan Musial (EX MK). 1964 Topps (240) - (10% EX-MT, 50% EX, 20% VG-EX, 20% VG or lesser, with #50 Mickey Mantle (P), #150 Willie Mays (VG), #230 Brooks Robinson (VG), #350 Willie McCovey (G), #380 Whitey Ford (VG MK), and #423 Aaron/Mays (VG)). 1965 Topps (250) - #8 Koufax/Drysdale (EX), #16 Joe Morgan RC (EX MC), #50 Juan Marichal (EX-MT) #115 Richardson (EX), #134 Mantle HR (VG-EX), #145 Luis Tiant RC (EX), #155 Roger Maris (VG-EX), #460 Dick Allen (EX), #461 Phil Niekro (EX), #470 Yogi Berra (EX), #500 Eddie Mathews (EX-MT), and #510 Ernie Banks (VG-EX). 1966 Topps (75) - (G-EX-MT). 1967 Topps (130) - (VG-EX-MT, with #5 Whitey Ford (EX), #215 Ernie Banks (EX), #242 RBI Leaders Aaron/Clemente/Allen (2, EX/EX-MT), #285 Lou Brock (EX), #337 Joe Morgan (EX-MT), and #423 Mays/McCovey (EX). Starting Bid $200

9077. 1961 Topps Baseball Partial Set (400/587). Partial set (400/587) of 1961 Topps baseball cards, including: #150 Willie Mays (VG-EX MK), #211 Bob Gibson (VG-EX MK), #287 Carl Yastrzemski (P), #290 Stan Musial (EX MK), #344 Sandy Koufax (VG MK), #350 Ernie Banks (VG-EX MK), #388 Roberto Clemente (EX), #415 Hank Aaron (VG MK), #429 Al Kaline (VGEX MK), #443 Duke Snider (VG-EX MK), and #517 McCovey (EX MK). Overall set grades 10% EX-MT, 40% EX, 30% VG-EX, 20% lesser, most with small ballpoint annotations on the backs (denoted as MK in the above list). Starting Bid $200

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9078. 1962 Post Cereal Baseball Partial Set (93/200). Partial set (93/200) of 1962 Post Cereal baseball cards, including several stars and Hall of Famers. Overall, cards grade 35% EX, 45% VG-EX, 15% VG, and 5% G. Key cards include: #5 Mickey Mantle (VG-EX), #7 Yogi Berra (VG), #9 Whitey Ford (EX), #29 Brooks Robinson (EX), #61 Carl Yastrzemski (VG), #85 Harmon Killebrew (EX), #136 Orlando Cepeda (EX), and #140 Juan Marichal (EX). Includes a later group of (11) 1991–1992 Kellogg’s Corn Flakes ‘3-D’ baseball cards sealed in their original packaging: Yogi Berra, Willie Mays, Harmon Killebrew, Lou Brock (2), Steve Carlton, Mike Schmidt (2), Rod Carew, Tom Seaver, and Dan Quisenberry. Starting Bid $100

9079. 1962 Topps Baseball Card Collection (13,000+). Gigantic collection of 13,000+ 1962 Topps baseball cards, with highlights including: #340 Don Drysdale (5); #139 Hal Reniff (12: 1 portrait & 11 pitching); #30 Ed Mathews; #31 Tom Tresh (7); #40 Orlando Cepeda (14); #45 Brooks Robinson; #51 AL Batting Leaders (Kaline, etc.) (66); #52 NL Batting Leaders (Clemente, etc.) (57); #53 AL HR Leaders (Mantle, Maris, Killebrew) (5); #54 NL HR Leaders (Mays, F. Robinson, etc.) (47); #55 AL ERA Leaders (65); #56 NL ERA Leaders (62); #57 AL Win Leaders (Ford, Bunning) (63); #58 NL Win Leaders (Spahn, etc.) (47); #59 AL SO Leaders (Ford, Bunning, etc.) (64); #60 NL SO Leaders (Koufax, Drysdale) (65); #129b Lee Walls (4); #167 Tim McCarver (16); #170 Ron Santo (10); #208 Billy Martin (10); #213 Richie Ashburn (15); #251 Yankees Team (5); #313 Maris 61st HR (5); #317 Musial Last Season (3); #360 Yogi Berra; #395 Willie Mays AS (2); #475 Whitey Ford AS; #218 Joe Torre; #425 Carl Yastrzemski (2); #460 Jim Bunning (5); #468 Frank Robinson (2); #470 Al Kaline AS (3); #500 Duke Snider (3); and #505 Juan Marichal. Grades range from VG to EX-MT with some better. Due to the overwhelming size of this collection, it will be sold as is and no returns will be accepted. Interested parties are encouraged to view the collection in person at our offices or call us with specific inquiries. Starting Bid $200

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9080. 1962 Topps Baseball Card Lot of (375). Large lot of (375) different cards from the 1962 Topps baseball set, highlighted by many stars and Hall of Famers, with overall grades of 20% EX-MT, 70% EX, and 10% VG-EX. Keys include: #1 Roger Maris (VG), #5 Sandy Koufax (EX), #10 Roberto Clemente (EX+), #18 Mgr’s Dream - Mantle and Mays (EX+), #25 Ernie Banks (EX), #30 Ed Mathews (EX-MT), #40 Orlando Cepeda (EX), #45 Brooks Robinson (EX-MT), #50 Stan Musial (VG-EX), #53 AL HR Leaders - Maris, Mantle, and Killebrew (EX), #60 NL Strikeout Leaders - Koufax, Drysdale (EX+), #70 Harmon Killebrew (EX), #100 Warren Spahn (VG-EX), #139 Ruth Hits 60 (VG-EX), #150 Al Kaline (VG-EX), #159 Hal Reniff RC (EX), #167 Tim McCarver RC (EX-MT), #170 Ron Santo (EX-MT), #199 Gaylord Perry RC (EX+), #213 Richie Ashburn (EX+), #218 Joe Torre RC (EX), #288 Billy Williams (EX-MT), #300 Willie Mays (EX), #313 Maris Blasts 61st (VG-EX), #318 Mantle Connects (VG-EX), #340 Don Drysdale (VG-EX), #350 Frank Robinson (EX), #471 Mickey Mantle AS (VG-EX), #500 Duke Snider (EX), and #505 Juan Marichal (EX). Starting Bid $200

9081. 1962 Topps Baseball Complete Set (598). Complete set (598/598) of 1962 Topps baseball cards, with a strong and consistent EX-MT to NM appearance: overall, cards grade 30% NM, 50% EX-MT, 15% EX, and 5% VG-EX with a few lesser. A great mid-high grade offering with several higher-grade stars. Sixteen cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM 7: #1 Roger Maris, #10 Roberto Clemente, #318 The Switch Hitter Connects - Mickey Mantle, #471 Mickey Mantle AS, #530 Bob Gibson

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PSA EX-MT+ 6.5: #50 Stan Musial PSA EX-MT 6: #5 Sandy Koufax, #360 Yogi Berra PSA EX+ 5.5: #320 Hank Aaron PSA EX 5: #18 Manager’s Dream - Mickey Mantle/Willie Mays PSA VG-EX 4: #199 Gaylord Perry RC, #200 Mickey Mantle, #300 Willie Mays, #387 Lou Brock RC, #544 Willie McCovey, #594 Rookie Parade Catchers - Bob Uecker RC View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $300


9082. 1962 Topps Baseball Near Set (596/598). Near-

complete set (596/598) of 1962 Topps baseball cards, missing only #360 Yogi Berra and #471 Mickey Mantle AS. Almost all of the cards have initials annotated in ballpoint on the reverse. Eleven cards have been graded by PSA: PSA EX-MT+ 6.5: #218 Joe Torre PSA EX-MT 6: #401 AL & NL HR Kings - Maris/Cepeda PSA EX 5: #350 Frank Robinson

PSA VG-EX 4: #140 Gehrig and Ruth, #425 Carl Yastrzemski PSA VG-EX 4 (MK): #200 Mickey Mantle, #300 Willie Mays, #387 Lou Brock RC PSA VG+ 3.5: #18 Manager’s Dream - Mantle/Mays, PSA VG 3: #340 Don Drysdale PSA VG 3 (MK): #320 Hank Aaron View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

9083. 1963 Post Cereal Baseball Partial Set (127+/200). Partial

set (127/200) of 1963 Post Cereal baseball cards, representing a significant portion of the set; also includes 22 duplicates and 11 Jello cards (very similar to the Post issue, but slightly smaller). The group totals 160 cards, including many Hall of Famers and short prints. Cards generally present as EX with many displaying all four borders from the hand-cut cereal box panels. Fewer than a dozen display creases. Key cards include: #16 Roger Maris (VG-EX+), #17 Yogi Berra (EX), #19 Whitey Ford (EX), #51 Al Kaline (EX), #59 Brooks Robinson (EX-MT), #66 Robin Roberts (EX), #106 Willie Mays (VG-EX+), #118 Duke Snider (EX), #131 Frank Robinson (VG-EX), #143 Roberto Clemente (VG-EX), #151 Eddie Mathews (EX), #166 Bob Gibson (VG), #169 Ernie Banks (VG-EX), and #197 Richie Ashburn (EX+). Jello cards include: #15 Mickey Mantle (P - tape on corner), #53 Jim Bunning (VG), and #117 Willie McCovey (G). Starting Bid $200

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9084. 1963 Topps Baseball Complete Set (576). Complete set (576/576) of 1963 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 30% NM, 40% EX-MT, 20% EX, and 10% VG-EX or lesser. A dozen cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM 7: #250 Stan Musial PSA EX-MT 6: #340 Yogi Berra, #390 Hank Aaron, #500 Harmon Killebrew, #553 Willie Stargell RC

PSA EX+ 5.5: #537 Pete Rose RC PSA EX 5: #120 Roberto Clemente, #210 Sandy Koufax, #300 Willie Mays PSA VG-EX 4: #200 Mickey Mantle, #472 Lou Brock, #540 Roberto Clemente View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $300

9085. 1963 Topps Baseball Near Complete Set (575/576). Near-complete set (575/576) of 1963 Topps baseball

cards, missing only the Pete Rose rookie card (#537) for completion. About 40% of the cards have small initials annotated in ballpoint on the reverse, and as a whole the group grades (without regard to marking) at 10% NM, 30% EX-MT, 40% EX, 15% VG-EX, and 5% lesser. Checklists are marked. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

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9086. 1963-1965 Topps Baseball Card Lot of (215).

Great set-builder’s lot of (215) cards from the 1963–1965 Topps sets, with several HOFers and higher grade cards included. Starting Bid $200

9087. 1964 Topps Baseball Complete Set (587). Complete set (587/587) of 1964 Topps baseball cards. About 40% of the cards have initials annotated in ballpoint on the reverse, and as a whole the group grades (without regard to marking) at 10% NM, 50% EX-MT, 30% EX, and 10% VG-EX or lesser. Checklists are marked. View a longer description online at www. RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

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9090. 1965 Topps Baseball Complete Set (598). Desirable complete set (598/598) of 1965 Topps baseball cards (plus an extra Joe Morgan rookie card), grading overall at 20% NM, 55% EX-MT, 15% EX, and 10% VG-EX or lesser. Checklists are marked. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $300

9091. 1965 Topps Baseball High-Grade Complete Set (598). High-grade complete set (598/598) of 1965 Topps baseball cards, a very consistent run with strong centering throughout. The set grades overall at 10% NM-MT, 45% NM, 50% EX-MT (mostly due to centering), and 5% EX. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $300

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9093. 1966 Topps Baseball Card Lot of (345). Large lot of (345) baseball cards from the 1966 Topps set, with over 200 different cards and 100+ duplicates, including a handful of stars and Hall of Famers. Overall, cards grade 25% NM, 50% EX-MT, 15% EX, and 5% VG-EX. Keys include: #28 Phil Niekro (4 - 3 NM, 1 EX), #30 Pete Rose (VG-EX with slight miscut on top edge), #70 Carl Yastrzemski (2 - VG), #72 Tony Perez (VG-EX), #80 Dick Allen (7 - 3 NM, 3 EX-MT, 1 EX), #91 Bob Uecker (3 - 1 EX-MT, 2 EX), #92 New York Yankees Team (5 - 2 NM, 2 EX-MT, 1 EX), and #195 Joe Morgan (EX). Starting Bid $200

9095. 1967 Topps Baseball Card Mid-High Grade Lot of (275). Appealing group of (275) mid-to-high grade 1967

Topps baseball cards, grading approximately 25% NM, 60% EX-MT, and 15% EX (mostly due to centering). Key cards include: #5 Whitey Ford (EX-MT), #20 Orlando Cepeda (EXMT), #63 Cards Clubbers (2, NM and EX-MT), #100 Frank Robinson (EX+), and #215 Ernie Banks (EX-MT). Starting Bid $200

9094. 1966 Topps Baseball Near Complete Set (570/598). Near-complete set (570/598) of 1966 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 40% EX-MT (with a few better), 40% EX, and 20% VG-EX. Eleven cards have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

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Complete set of 1967 Topps baseball cards, highlighted by a PSA NM 7 Tom Seaver rookie

9096. 1967 Topps Baseball Complete Set (609) - Mid Grade Complete Set. Great mid-grade complete set

(609/609) of 1967 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 35% NM, 45% EX-MT, and 20% EX. Ten cards have been graded by PSA:

PSA NM 7: #581 Mets Rookies - Tom Seaver RC PSA EX-MT 6: #200 Willie Mays, #250 Hank Aaron, #570 Maury Wills, #604 Boston Red Sox Team PSA EX+ 5: #430 Pete Rose, #609 Tommy John PSA EX 5: #150 Mickey Mantle, #400 Roberto Clemente, #569 AL Rookies - Rod Carew RC Two cards—#558 Orioles Rookies - Belanger/Dillman RC and #600 Brooks Robinson—were determined by PSA to be cut

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small at the factory Ungraded key cards include: #1 The Champs - Robinson/Bauer/ Robinson (EX-MT), #5 Whitey Ford (EX-MT), #45 Roger Maris (EX-MT), #100 Frank Robinson (EX-MT), #146 Steve Carlton (EX), #210 Bob Gibson (NM), #215 Ernie Banks (EX-MT, #285 Lou Brock (EX-MT), #355 Carl Yastrzesmki (EX-MT), #423 Fencer Busters - Mays/McCovey (NM), #460 Harmon Killebrew (EX-MT), #475 Jim Palmer (EX-MT), #476 Tony Perez (NM), #480 Willie McCovey (NM), #536 Cubs Rookies - Joe Niekro RC (NM), #560 Jim Bunning (EX-MT), #580 Rocky Colavito (EX-MT), #592 NL Rookies - Shellenback/Willis RC (EX-MT), #605 Mike Shannon (EX-MT), #607 Mickey Stanley (EX). Starting Bid $500


9097. 1968 Topps Baseball Complete Set (598). Complete set (598/598) of 1968 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 35% NM, 45% EX-MT, 15% EX, and 5% VG-EX or lesser. A dozen cards have been graded by PSA, highlighted by a well-centered Nolan Ryan rookie card: PSA NM-MT+ 8.5: #230 Pete Rose PSA NM-MT 8: #80 Rod Carew PSA NM 7: #247 Reds Rookies - Johnny Bench RC, #330 Roger Maris, #374 Roberto Clemente AS

PSA EX-MT+ 6.5: #150 Roberto Clemente PSA EX-MT 6: #45 Tom Seaver, #177 Nolan Ryan/Jerry Koosman RC PSA VG-EX+ 4.5: #50 Willie Mays PSA VG-EX 4: #110 Hank Aaron PSA GOOD 2: #280 Mickey Mantle, #490 Super Stars - Harmon Killebrew/Willie Mays/Mickey Mantle View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $500

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9098. 1968 Topps Baseball Complete Set (598). Complete set (598/598) of 1968 Topps baseball cards, with consistent EX-MT To NM presentation, grading overall at 30% NM, 35% EX-MT, 30% EX, and 5% VG-EX or lesser. Includes fifteen graded cards, highlighted by well-centered examples of both the Nolan Ryan rookie and Mickey Mantle. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $300

9100. 1969 Topps Complete Set of (664) Cards with (6) PSA Graded. Nice collector-

grade complete set, with the final card of Mickey Mantle and the rookie card of Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson. View a longer description online at www. RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

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9099. 1969 Topps Baseball Complete Set (664). Complete set (664/664) of 1969 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 35% NM, 50% EX-MT, 10% EX, and 5% VG-EX or lesser. A dozen cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM-MT 8: #533 Nolan Ryan, #95 Johnny Bench PSA NM 7: #375 Harmon Killebrew, #597 AL Rookies - Rollie Fingers RC, #650 Ted Williams PSA EX-MT 6: #480 Tom Seaver, #50 Roberto Clemente, #100 Hank Aaron, #120 Pete Rose PSA EX 5: #260 Reggie Jackson RC PSA VG-EX 4: #500 Mickey Mantle (Last Name Yellow)

PSA GOOD+ 2.5: #190 Willie Mays Ungraded key cards include: #20 Ernie Banks (EX-MT), #85 Lou Brock (NM), #130 Carl Yastrzemski (EX), #200 Bob Gibson (EX), #250 Rod Carew (EX), #410 Al Kaline (EX-MT), #255 Steve Carlton (EX), #416 Willie McCovey AS (NM), #424 Pete Rose AS (EX-MT), #425 Carl Yastrzemski AS (NM), #430 Johnny Bench AS (NM), #440 Willie McCovey (EX-MT), #510 Rod Carew (NM), #545 Willie Stargell (EX-MT), #550 Brooks Robinson (EX), #573 Jim Palmer (EX-MT), and #630 Bobby Bonds (EX-MT). Starting Bid $500

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9101. 1970 Topps Baseball Complete Set (720). Complete set (720/720) of 1970 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 35% NM, 50% EX-MT, 10% EX, and 5% VG-EX or lesser. Eleven cards have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

9102. 1970 Topps Baseball Complete Set (720). Complete set (720/720) of 1970 Topps baseball cards, grading overall

at 35% EX-MT (with a handful better), 35% EX, 25% VG-EX, and 5% or lesser. A dozen cards have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

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9103. 1970s-1980s Topps Baseball HOFers ‘Shoebox’ Lot of (143). Every card’s a Hall of Famer in this great ‘shoebox’ lot of (143) baseball cards from classic Topps sets of the 1970s and 1980s, including two autographed cards: 1971 Topps #384 Rollie Fingers, signed in black felt tip by the A’s reliable closer; and 1979 Topps #170 Don Sutton, signed in blue felt tip by the Dodgers’ steady starter. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

9104. 1971 Topps Baseball Complete Set (752).

Complete set (752/752) of 1971 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 20% NM, 40% EX-MT, 30% EX, and 10% VG-EX or lesser. Nine cards have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

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9105. 1971 Topps Baseball High-Grade Complete Set (752). High-grade complete set (752/752) of 1971 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 10% NM-MT, 40% NM, 40% EX-MT, and 10% EX with some lesser. The set is crisp and consistent throughout, with better than average centering, a strong high-number run, and many additional cards worth grading—a solid set from a condition-sensitive issue. Twenty cards have been graded by PSA.

PSA NM-MT 8: #530 Carl Yastrzemski, #630 Roberto Clemente PSA NM 7: #26 Bert Blyleven, #50 Willie McCovey, #100 Pete Rose, #117 Ted Simmons, #160 Tom Seaver, #180 Al Kaline, #380 Ted Williams, #400 Hank Aaron, #513 Nolan Ryan, #709 Rookie Stars - Dusty Baker/ Tom Paciorek/Don Baylor RC PSA EX-MT 6: #1 Baltimore Orioles World Champions, #5 Thurman Munson, #20 Reggie Jackson, #250 Johnny Bench, #650 Rich Allen, #722 Houston Astros Team PSA EX 5: #341 Steve Garvey, #600 Willie Mays Ungraded key cards include: #45 Catfish Hunter (NM), #55 Steve Carlton (NM), #230 Willie Stargell (NM), #264 Joe Morgan (EX-MT), #300 Brooks Robinson (EX-MT), #325 Juan Marichal (NM), #477 Earl Weaver (NM), #525 Ernie Banks (NM), #550 Harmon Killebrew (NM), #574 Jim Bunning (NM), and #688 Sparky Anderson (EX-MT). Starting Bid $300

9106. 1971 Topps Complete Set of (752) Cards. Complete set of these black bordered beauties, with six cards graded by SGC. Includes: Graded Cards - 6 cards with #20 Jackson (SGC VG/EX 4), 400 Aaron (SGC VG 3), 525 Banks (SGC VG+ 3.5), 570 Palmer (SGC EX/NM 6), 600 Mays (SGC GD+ 2.5), and 640 F. Robinson (SGC EX/NM 6). Ungraded Cards - #5 Munson (EX/MT), 26 Blyleven RC (NM), 55 Carlton (EX/MT), 100 Rose (EX), 160 Seaver (EX), 180 Kaline (EX), 210 Carew (VG/EX), 250 Bench (VG/EX), 300 B. Robinson (EX/MT+), 341 Garvey RC (VG), 513 Ryan (VG/EX), 530 Yastrzemski (VG), 550 Killebrew (EX), 625 Brock (EX), 630 Clemente (NM), 650 Allen SP (VG/EX), 688 Anderson SP (VG), 700 Powell SP (EX) and 709 Baylor/Baker RC (NM). Grades 50% EX to EX/MT or better, 50% VG to VG/EX, some lesser. Starting Bid $200

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9107. 1972 Topps Baseball High-Grade Complete Set (787). Complete set (787/787) of 1972 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 25% NM-MT, 55% NM, 20% EX-MT with a few lesser due to centering. The colorful, high-grade set boasts sharp corners and high gloss throughout. Twelve cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM-MT 8: #1 Pittsburgh Pirates Team WS Champs, #49 Willie Mays, #299 Hank Aaron, #559 Johnny Bench PSA NM+ 7.5: #309 Roberto Clemente PSA NM 7: #79 Red Sox Rookie Stars - Carlton Fisk RC, #595 Nolan Ryan, #686 Steve Garvey, #752 Joe Morgan (Traded), #761 AL-NL Rookies - Ben Oglivie/Ron Cey/Bernie Williams RC PSA NM 7 (OC): #695 Rod Carew PSA EX-MT 6: #559 Pete Rose Ungraded key cards include: #37 Carl Yastrzesmki (NM-MT), #50 Willie Mays IA (EX-MT), #100 Frank Robinson (NM), #264 Tommy John (NM), #280 Willie McCovey (EX-MT), #285 Gaylord Perry (NM), #310 Roberto Clemente IA (EX-MT), #410 Fergie Jenkins (NM), #420 Steve Carlton (NM), #435 Reggie Jackson (EX-MT), #441 Thurman Munson (EX-MT), #442 Thurman Munson IA (NM-MT), #447 Willie Stargell (NM), #510 Ted Williams (NM), and #696 Rod Carew IA (NM). Starting Bid $200

9108. 1972 Topps Baseball High-Grade Partial Set (724/787). High-grade partial set (724/787) of 1972 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 30% NM-MT, 40% NM, 20% EX-MT, and 10% EX (primarily due to centering). Ten cards have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

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9109. 1973 Topps Baseball Card Lot of (195). Mid-to-higher grade lot of (195) 1973 Topps baseball cards with several Hall of Famers and some duplication, grading overall at 20% NM, 50% EX-MT, 30% EX, and a few lesser (mostly due to centering). Key cards include: #1 HR Leaders - Ruth, Aaron, Mays (VG-EX), #90 Brooks Robinson EX-MT), #142 Thurman Munson (EX), #160 Jim Palmer (3 - 1 EX-MT, 2 EX), #170 Harmon Killebrew (2 EX), #220 Nolan Ryan (EX), and #255 Reggie Jackson (EX+). Starting Bid $100

High-grade 1973 Topps set, highlighted by a PSA NM-MT 8 Mike Schmidt rookie card

9110. 1973 Topps Baseball Complete Set (660).

Complete set (660/660) of 1973 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 10% NMMT, 45% NM, 35% EX-MT, 10% EX or lesser. Seven cards have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction. com. Starting Bid $200

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9111. 1973 Topps Baseball High-Grade Complete Set (660). Complete set (660/660) of 1973 Topps baseball cards,

grading overall at 20% NM-MT, 55% NM, and 25% EX-MT, with a few lesser due to centering. The high-grade set exhibits crisp corners and high gloss throughout, with downgrades almost exclusively due to centering. Twelve cards have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

9112. 1974 Topps Baseball Complete Set (660). Complete set (660/660) of 1974 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 10% NM-MT, 40% NM, 40% EX-MT, and 10% EX with a few lesser due to centering. Seven cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM 7: #20 Nolan Ryan, #280 Carl Yastrzemski, #283 Mike Schmidt, PSA EX-MT 6: #80 Tom Seaver, #130 Reggie Jackson, #300 Pete Rose, #456 Dave Winfield Ungraded key cards include: #1 Hank Aaron HR King (EX-MT), #7 Catfish Hunter (NM), #10 Johnny Bench (EX-MT), #32 John Grubb Nat’l Lea. (NM), #50 Rod Carew (NM), #55 Frank Robinson (EX), #60 Lou Brock (EX-MT), #87 Fergie Jenkins (NM), #100 Willie Stargell (NM), #105 Carlton Fisk (EX), #215 Al Kaline (EX-MT), #250 Willie McCovey (EX-MT), #252 Dave Parker (EX), #309 Dave Roberts Nat’l Lea. (NM), #350 Bob Gibson (EX-MT), and #400 Harmon Killebrew (EX). Starting Bid $200

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9113. 1974 Topps Baseball Complete Set (660/660). Complete set (660/660) of

1974 Topps baseball cards, grading overall at 10% NM-MT, 30% NM, 30% EX-MT, 20% EX (mostly due to centering), and 10% VG-EX or lesser. Eight cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM-MT 8: #300 Pete Rose, #252 Dave Parker, #283 Mike Schmidt, #456 Dave Winfield PSA NM 7: #1 Hank Aaron All-Time HR King, #20 Nolan Ryan, #130 Reggie Jackson PSA EX 5: #10 Johnny Bench Ungraded key cards include: #50 Rod Carew (EX-MT), #60 Lou Brock (NM), #80 Tom Seaver (EX), #160 Brooks Robinson (NM), #215 Al Kaline (EX-MT), #250 Willie McCovey ‘Nat’l Lea.’ (NM), #280 Carl Yastrzemski (EX-MT), #350 Bob Gibson (EX), and #400 Harmon Killebrew (NM). Starting Bid $200

9114. 1975 Topps Baseball Complete Set (660). Complete set (660/660) of 1975 Topps

baseball cards, grading overall at 40% NM, 40% EX-MT, 15% EX, and 5% VG-EX or lesser. Seven cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM 7: #620 Rookie Catchers/Outfielders - Gary Carter RC PSA EX-MT 6: #70 Mike Schmidt, #228 George Brett, #660 Hank Aaron PSA EX 5: #320 Pete Rose, #500 Nolan Ryan PSA VG-EX 4: #223 Robin Yount One card—#616 Rookie Outfielders - Jim Rice RC— was determined by PSA to be cut small at the factory Ungraded key cards include: #1 1974 Highlights - Hank Aaron HR Record (EX-MT), #20 Thurman Munson (NM), #30 Bert Blyleven (NM), #50 Brooks Robinson (NM), #61 Dave Winfield (NM), #80 Carlton Fisk (EX-MT), #100 Willie Stargell (NM), #140 Steve Garvey (EX-MT), #185 Steve Carlton (EX-MT), #260 Johnny Bench (NM), #280 Carl Yastrzemski (EX-MT), #300 Reggie Jackson (EX-MT), #540 Lou Brock (EX), #580 Frank Robinson (EX-MT), #622 Rookie Outfielders - Fred Lynn RC (NM), #623 Rookie Infielders - Keith Hernandez RC (NM), and #640 Harmon Killebrew (EX). Starting Bid $200

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9115. 1975 Topps Baseball High-Grade Complete Set (660). Complete set (660/660) of 1975 Topps baseball cards,

grading overall at 20% NM-MT, 50% NM, 25% EX-MT, and 5% EX. The set exhibits above average centering throughout and contains many NM-MT cards. Twelve have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

9116. 1976-1979 Topps Baseball Complete and Partial Sets (2,500+ Cards). Run of over 2,500 Topps baseball cards from 1976 to 1979, featuring three complete sets. Includes:

Complete set (660/660) of 1976 Topps cards, grading overall at 20% NM, 60% EX-MT, and 20% EX with a few lesser. Keys include: #10 George Brett (NM), #98 Dennis Eckersley RC (EXMT), #240 Pete Rose (NM), #330 Nolan Ryan (EX-MT), and #550 Hank Aaron (EX). Partial set (approximately 300 cards) of 1977 Topps cards, grading overall EX to EX-MT. Complete set (726/726) of 1978 Topps cards, grading overall EX-MT to NM. Keys include: #20 Pete Rose (EX-MT), #36 Eddie Murray RC (NM), #100 George Brett (NM), #400 Nolan Ryan (EX-MT), #703 Rookie Pitchers - Jack Morris RC (NM), and #707 Rookie Shortstops - Paul Molitor/Alan Trammell RC (NM). Complete set (726/726) of 1979 Topps cards, grading overall EX-MT to NM. Keys include: #24 Paul Molitor (NM), #115 Nolan Ryan (EXMT), and #116 Ozzie Smith RC (NM). Plus approximately 125 duplicates. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction. com. Starting Bid $200

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9117. 1976 Topps Baseball Near Complete Signed Set Signed Baseball Card Set. Outstanding near-complete

1976 Topps autographed set containing approximately 900 baseball cards signed on the front in ink or felt tip by pictured Major Leaguer, which includes several multi-signed examples and the addition of a fully signed 1976 Topps Traded set. Housed in a three-ring binder, the collection features many signed duplicates and a few cut signatures; also included are complete unsigned 1976 Topps and 1976 Topps Traded sets. Notable missing signed cards include Carl Yastrzemski, Johnny Bench, and Thurman Munson. Highlights include: 1 Hank Aaron RB (2), 5 Tom Seaver RB, 10 Lou Brock, 17 New York Yankees CL (Billy Martin *), 19 George Brett (2), 46 LA Dodgers CL: (Includes (3) cards: one multi-signed by Alston *, Buckner *, Cey, Mota, and McMullen; one single-signed by Downing; and one single-signed by Alston), 73 Baltimore Orioles CL (2 signed by Earl Weaver *), 95 Brooks Robinson (2), 98 Dennis Eckersley RC, 104 Cincinnati Reds CL (Includes (2) cards: one single-signed by Sparky Anderson *, and the other multi-signed by Perez, Griffey, Norman, Morgan, Rose, Zachry, Geronimo, Eastwick, Concepcion, Driessen, Foster, and Bench), 160 Dave Winfield (2), 180 Rich Gossage, 192 AL Batting Leaders (Rod Carew and Fred Lynn), 193 NL Home Run Leaders (Mike Schmidt, Dave Kingman, Greg Luzinski, encapsulated by PSA/DNA), 194 AL Home Run Leaders (Includes (2) cards: one multi-signed by Reggie Jackson, George Scott, and John Mayberry; and one signed only by Scott and Mayberry), 195 NL RBI Leaders (Includes (3) cards: one multi-signed by Johnny Bench, Tony Perez, Greg Luzinski; and two single-signed by Luzinski), 196 AL RBI Leaders (Includes (2) cards: one multi-signed by George Scott, John Mayberry, Fred Lynn; and one signed only by Scott and Mayberry), 197 NL Stolen Base Leaders (Includes (2) cards: one multi-signed by Dave Lopes, Joe Morgan, and Lou Brock; and one single-signed by Lopes), 199 NL Victory Leaders (Tom Seaver, Randy Jones, Andy Messersmith), 200 AL Victory Leaders (Includes (2) cards: one multi-signed by Jim Hunter, Jim Palmer, Vida Blue, and one single-signed by Blue), 201 NL ERA Leaders (Includes (3) cards: two multi-signed by Tom Seaver and Randy Jones; and one single-signed by Jones), 202 AL ERA Leaders (Includes (2) cards: one multi-signed by Jim Palmer, Catfish Hunter, and Dennis Eckersley; and one single-signed by Eckersley), 203 NL Strikeout Leaders (Tom Seaver, Andy Messersmith, John Montefusco), 316 Robin Yount, 325 Tony Perez, 330 Nolan Ryan, 340 Jim Rice (2), 342 Rogers Hornsby (cut signature), 343 Pie Traynor (cut signature), 347 Ted Williams (encapsulated by JSA/SGC VG/EX 50), 350 Lefty Grove (cut signature), 355 Steve Carlton, 365 Carlton Fisk, 400 Rod Carew, 405 Rollie Fingers, 450 Jim Palmer, 462 1975 World Series (Pete Rose and Sparky Anderson), 500 Reggie Jackson, and 520 Willie McCovey (2) *. View a longer description online at www.RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $500

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9118. 1977-1979 Topps Baseball (3) Complete Sets. Three complete sets of late 1970s Topps baseball cards, grading overall at about 20% NM-MT, 50% NM, 25% EX-MT, and 5% EX, with ten cards graded by PSA. Includes: Complete set (660/660) of 1977 Topps baseball cards, highlighted by #265 Mark Fidrych RC (PSA EX-MT 6), #473 Rookie Outfielders - Andre Dawson RC (PSA NM 7), #476 Rookie Catchers - Dale Murphy RC (PSA NM-MT 8), and #650 Nolan Ryan (PSA NM-MT 8). Complete set (726/726) of 1978 Topps baseball cards, highlighted by #36 Eddie Murray RC (PSA EX-MT 6), #60 Thurman Munson (PSA NM-MT 8), #100 George Brett (PSA NM 7), #200 Reggie Jackson (PSA NM 7), #400 Nolan Ryan (PSA EX-MT 6), and #707 Rookie Shortstops - Paul Molitor/Alan trammell RC (PSA EX 5). Complete set (726/726) of 1979 Topps baseball cards, with none graded. Starting Bid $200

9119. 1980-1989 Topps Baseball Full Run of (10) Complete Sets. Full run of ten complete sets of Topps baseball cards from the

1980s, beginning with the 1980 Topps set and ending with the 1989 Topps set, amounting to over 7,700 cards. Highlights include rookie cards of several legends and Hall of Famers: 1980 Topps #482 Rickey Henderson RC, 1982 Topps #21 Cal Ripken Jr. RC, 1983 Topps #83 Ryne Sandberg RC, 1983 Topps #482 Tony Gwynn RC, 1983 Topps #498 Wade Boggs RC, 1984 Topps #8 Don Mattingly RC, 1985 Topps #181 Roger Clemens RC, 1985 Topps #401 Mark McGwire RC, 1985 Topps #536 Kirby Puckett RC, 1987 #170 Topps Bo Jackson RC, and 1987 #320 Topps Barry Bonds RC. Sets have very consistent presentation, grading NM overall with many NM-MT cards and fewer than 5% grading less than EX-MT. Starting Bid $200

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9120. 1990-1999 Topps Baseball Full Run (10) Complete Sets. Full run of ten complete sets of Topps baseball cards from the 1990s, beginning with the 1990 Topps set and ending with the 1999 Topps set, amounting to over 6,500 cards. Highlights include: 1990 Topps #414 Frank Thomas RC, 1990 Topps #692 Sammy Sosa RC, 1991 Topps #333 Chipper Jones RC, 1992 Topps #156 Manny Ramirez RC, and 1993 Topps #98 Derek Jeter RC. Sets have very consistent presentation, grading NM+ overall with many NM-MT cards and fewer than 5% grading less than EXMT. Starting Bid $200

9121. Massive 1980-1990s Baseball Hoard: Topps, Fleer, Donruss, UD, Score, and More - 30,000+ Cards.

Huge collection of 1980-1990s baseball cards from all major brands, amounting to over 30,000 cards. Many sets are in their original factory boxes, but have not been collated to ensure that they are 100% complete. Includes: 1980–1995 Topps, 1988 Topps Coins, 1952 Topps Reprint (1983), 2006 Topps, 1981–1986 Fleer, 1986 Fleer Update, 1989 Fleer, 1991–1995 Fleer, 1981–1987 Donruss, 1989 Donruss, 1991–1995 Donruss. See online description for notes on set completion.Starting Bid $200

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9122. 2000-2017 Topps Baseball Full Run of (18) Complete Sets plus Inserts and Parallels. Impressive run of complete Topps baseball sets from 2000–2017, plus partial later sets and hundreds of duplicates (mostly from 2012 and later) and inserts. Includes every Topps base set from 2000–2011 and 2016–2017 housed in binders, plus factory-sealed complete sets for 2012–2015. In addition, there is a complete set of 2018 Topps Series 1, a complete set of 2019 Topps (plus Update Series and several Updates inserts), and a near-complete set of 2020 Topps (with several inserts including autographs of Carter Kieboom and Shogo Akiyama). Also includes a partial set of 2012 Topps Gypsy Queen cards (about half the base set, plus autographs of Brett Lawrie and Brett Anderson, relics of Jimmy Rollins and Ricky Romero, a few inserts, and 34 minis). In addition to the base sets, several inserts and parallels are included: includes five 2011 Topps Holiday Factory Set Bonus Pack cards numbered to 75; many inserts, gold parallels, and special cards from the 2012 Topps set, including Gold World Series Champion Pins cards of Johnny Bench and Paul Molitor, several signed and game-used relic cards from the ‘Golden Moments’ subset (including autographs of Clayton Kershaw, Jay Bruce, Marlon Byrd, and more), and several cards from the ‘87 Topps Minis subset; several numbered parallels from the 2017 Topps set; and many inserts from the 2020 set. Note: the 2006 set is considered complete without #297 Alex Gordon, as the card was pulled from circulation early on. Starting Bid $200

9124. Unique Collection of (30) Souvenir Baseball Bats and Bat Pens Including 1961, 1963, 1976 World Series.

Interesting and unusual collection of 30 vintage circa 1960s–70s souvenir commemorative plastic Hillerich & Bradsby Louisville Slugger baseball bats (20) and bat pens (10), each measuring about 5˝ long, most branded with a team’s logo or event name. Pens include: 1961 World Series (Yankees-Reds), 1962 World Series (Yankees-Giants), 1963 World Series (Yankees-Dodgers, 2), 1976 World Series (Yankees-Reds), New York Yankees (3), New York Mets, and one blank. Bats include: Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Indians, Detroit Tigers, Houston Colt .45s, Kansas City Athletics, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Braves, Minnesota Twins, New York Mets, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Francisco Giants, St. Louis Cardinals, and Washington Senators. In overall very good condition, with scattered scuffing and soiling. Starting Bid $100

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Unopened Boxes, Wax Packs, and Wrappers 9125. 1988-1989 Score Baseball Lot of (3) Factory-Sealed Complete Sets. Lot of three factory-sealed com-

plete sets of Score 1988 (2) and 1989 baseball cards. The two 1988 ‘Premier Edition’ sets each contain 660 player cards and 56 Magic Motion cards, with each set featuring a #638 Tom Glavine rookie card; the 1989 set also contains 660 player cards and 56 Magic Motion cards, and includes rookie cards for Ken Griffey, Jr., Edgar Martinez, John Smoltz, Randy Johnson, Gary Sheffield, Craig Biggio, and Sandy Alomar, Jr. Starting Bid $100

9126. 2016–2020 Topps Factory-Sealed Lot (5) Complete Sets, Plus (4) Sealed Hobby Boxes. Lot of nine

factory-sealed complete sets (5) and hobby boxes (4) of Topps 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2020 baseball cards. The complete sets include 2016, 2017, 2019 (2), and 2020, with each set containing 700 cards and an additional five parallel cards; the hobby boxes include two for 2019 (Series 1 with 460 cards; and Update Series with 336 cards) and two for 2020 (Series One and Series Two, each box containing 460 cards). Each hobby box also contains at least one autograph and/or relic card. Starting Bid $200

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Baseball Autographed Material

9129. Barry Bonds (3) Signed Checks. Lot of three 9127. 1994 Signature Rookies #35 Derek Jeter Signed Card PSA MINT 9 (AUTO 10). Graded by PSA MINT 9 (AUTO GEM MINT 10). A sought-after limited edition signed card of first-round pick Derek Jeter, numbered 3405/8650, boldly signed in blue felt tip by the Yankees’ future superstar. Boasting a perfect example of Jeter’s early autograph, this is a sought-after, high-grade example of a desirable card. Starting Bid $200

9128. Baseball Signatures. Collection of vintage

fountain pen signatures of baseball stars on cards ranging in size from 3 x 2 to 3.25 x 4.25, including: Chas. ‘Red’ Ruffing and Joe McCarthy; Babe Herman, Goose Goslin, George Gill, ‘Slick’ Coffman, and George ‘Birdie’ Tebbetts; Gabby Hartnett; Dom DiMaggio; Vince DiMaggio; Heinie Manush; Pepper Martin; Bill Dickey; Hank Greenberg and Bill Rogell; Bill McKechnie; Arky Vaughan; Charles Gehringer; Lefty Gomez; Chick Hafey; and Rube Marquard. In overall very good to fine condition, with soiling, toning, and/or staining to all of the cards. Starting Bid $200

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National League of Professional Baseball Clubs checks, 7.5 x 3.5 and 8.25 x 3, dated 1990, 1995, and 1997, each filled out in type and made payable to Barry Bonds for either $100 or $200. Reverse of each is endorsed on the reverse in ballpoint by Bonds. Memo field of 1990 check notes: “Partial refund of fine of 6/12/89.” Two checks are countersigned by National League President Bill White and Leonard S. Coleman, Jr. In overall very good to fine condition, with a tear to top edge of 1995 check. Starting Bid $200


9131. Chick Gandil Signature Signature.

9130. Ty Cobb Signature. Bold vintage fountain pen

signature, “Ty Cobb,” on an off-white 3 x 5 card bearing an affixed magazine photo of the Tigers’ legendary hitter. In very good to fine condition, with light staining under the signature, and some creasing passing through it. Starting Bid $200

Professional baseball player (1888–1970) who is best known as the ringleader of the players involved in the 1919 Black Sox scandal. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Chick A. Gandil,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card bearing an affixed image and biography of the Black Sox first baseman. In fine condition. Encapsulated a Beckett authentication holder. Starting Bid $200

Classic ink signature of the ‘Iron Horse’ 9132. Lou Gehrig Signature. Vintage

fountain pen signature, “Lou Gehrig,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, slightly irregular toning, and a tiny pin hole to the upper right corner. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. Starting Bid $300

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Extraordinarily rare handwritten letter from ‘The Iron Horse’

9133. Lou Gehrig Autograph Letter Signed Autograph Letter Signed. Sought-after ALS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, Andrew Jackson Hotel letterhead, April 6, 1936. Letter to his accountant Theodore Witkin, in full: “Enclosed please find another letter, which is self explanatory. I just dropped Mr. Palmer a letter advising him that I felt quite sure this matter had been adjusted by you. Many thanks again, and hope you are having a little leisure now.” In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, a light band of toning, and scattered light creasing. Rarely made available to the public market, handwritten letters from Gehrig are virtually nonexistent, with this neatly penned example—written a week before Gehrig would embark on his final MVP-winning season—representing the first our company has ever offered. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. Starting Bid $1000

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9134. Tony Lazzeri Signature. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Tony Lazzeri,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card. Reverse bears a clubhouse signature of his teammate, George Selkirk. In fine condition, with edge toning, easily matted out. Starting Bid $200

9135. Connie Mack Signed Photograph. Vintage mattefinish 10.75 x 13.75 photo of the esteemed Philadelphia A’s manager in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Kenneth Browne, With best wishes, Connie Mack.” Also signed in pencil by the photographer, “H. M. Wagner,” and blindstamped by Wagner’s Studio in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with a few light surface creases, and a rusty paperclip impression to the top edge. Starting Bid $100

Honoring the men who resurrected the Red Sox 9136. Connie Mack, Tom Yawkey, and Eddie Collins Signed Program.

Program from a testimonial dinner to Thomas Yawkey and Eddie Collins, held at the Copley Plaza Hotel in Boston on May 2, 1934, 8.5 x 11.25. Signed inside in fountain pen by Connie Mack and Tom Yawkey, and signed in pencil by Eddie Collins. Some scattered light creasing and soiling, and expected handling wear, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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9137. Mickey Mantle Signed Hand-Painted Baseball. Official Rawlings American League (Brown)

baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Mickey Mantle,” with a fabulous hand-painted portrait of the Yankees legend on the lower panel, signed and dated by the artist, “S. West, 2002.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

9138. Mickey Mantle Signed Photograph. Glossy 13.5 x

10.5 photo of Mantle in his New York Yankees pinstripes, proudly showing off the baseball that he blasted a whopping 565-feet, signed in blue felt tip, “Mickey Mantle, No. 7,” with the baseball marked “565´” in his own hand. Handsomely double-matted and framed with a descriptive caption to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition, with a JSA label affixed to the corner. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $200

“On an infield fly the batter is out and runners do not advance” 9139. John McGraw Typed Letter Signed. Rare TLS signed “John J. McGraw,” one page, 8.5 x 11, New York Base Ball Club letterhead, August 28, 1923. Letter to George Benacker, in full: “The following are your baseball queries and my replies:

‘In a recent game at one of the Eastern League ball parks, there was quite a discussion as to the question I am about to bring up. There was one man out, a man on first and a man on second, the batter with the count three to two, took a vicious cut at the ball and succeeded in hitting a pop fly about ten feet in the grass over short. The short stop played the ball and should have caught it. Unfortunately he dropped the ball. In the meantime the second base runner took a short lead off the bag thinking I believe that the batter was on an infield fly. He saw the shortstop drop the ball and as he was forced, made a dash for third base. The short-stop recovered the ball from the ground, the runner being run down. At the conclusion of this play the Umpire shouted ‘Batters out on an infield fly, runner’s out because he was trapped off 2nd base. Will you please answer this question as near right as possible?’” McGraw’s response: “On an infield fly the batter is out and runners do not advance.” The second question: “’Would you please tell me what became of Gene Lansing, recruit pitcher for the Braves in the early session of the season, and what is he doing with that club? I happen to reside in Jiggers native town.’” McGraw: “Understand living in Albany but in bad health.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 72 |

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9140. Roger Maris Signed 1947–66 Exhibit Card. Desirable

1947–66 Exhibit card of Roger Maris in his New York Yankees cap, 3.25 x 5.25, neatly signed in blue ballpoint, “Roger Maris.” In very good to fine condition, with some scattered staining, and two thin scratches to the lower right corner. A classic portrait of the slugger boasting a large, bold signature. Starting Bid $200

9141. Charles ‘Kid’ Nichols Signature. Hall of Fame

pitcher and member of the 300 Win Club (1869-1953). Ink signature, “Charles ‘Kid’ Nichols,” on an off-white 8 x 10.5 album page. In fine condition, with a small piece of old tape touching the top of Nichols’ last name. Starting Bid $200

Mantle, Berra, and Ford highlight a team-signed 1957 Yankees yearbook

9142. NY Yankees: 1957 Team-Signed Yearbook. Fantastic vintage New York Yankees yearbook from their 1957

pennant-winning season, 48 pages, 8.5 x 10.25, signed inside in blue ballpoint by 25 members of the team, including: Mickey Mantle, Casey Stengel, Yogi Berra, Whitey Ford, Enos Slaughter, Phil Rizzuto, Elston Howard, Gil McDougald, Bobby Shantz, Bobby Richardson, Don Larsen, Jerry Coleman, Hank Bauer, Tony Kubek, Al Cicotte, Rudy Serrett, Art Ditmar, Bob Grim, Johnny Kucks, Tom Sturdivant, Bob Turley, Joe Collins, Bill Skowron, Darrell Johnson, and Charlie Keller. Mantle adds “Best wishes” to his bold and clear vintage signature, which is nicely penned over an image of him in his batting stance. In very good to fine condition, with the covers showing handling wear and old tape along the spine; interior pages are all clean and fine. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $200

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Striking portrait of the ‘Sultan of Swat’

9143. Babe Ruth Signed Photograph. Outstanding vintage matte-finish 7 x 9 full-length photo of Ruth striking a pose after taking a mighty swing, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my good friend, Mrs. J. P. Tehan, From Babe Ruth.” Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 14. In fine condition. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA and JSA. A wonderful portrait of a powerful Ruth practice swing, signed by the legendary slugger. Starting Bid $300

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9144. Babe Ruth Signature. Bold vintage fountain pen signature, “Babe Ruth,” on an off-white 3 x 2.25 card. In fine condition, with light soiling, and a tiny pin hole to the upper right corner. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. Starting Bid $300

9145. Mel Ott Signature. Bold and crisp vintage fountain

pen signature, “Mel Ott,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card. In very good to fine condition, with a stain to the upper left corner, and light toning along the bottom, all easily matted out. Starting Bid $200

9146. Tris Speaker Signed FDC. Superb FDC with a cachet honoring the baseball centennial, featuring a quartet of postage stamps honoring the historic anniversary, prominently signed in fountain pen by Tris Speaker. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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9148. Honus Wagner Signature. Vintage fountain pen signature, “J. Honus Wagner, Pirates, 1938,” on an offwhite 3.5 x 2.5 card. In fine condition, with slightly irregular faint toning. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. Starting Bid $200

9147. Topps 2010 #181 Mike Trout Signed PSA NMMT+ 8.5. Graded by PSA NM-MT+ 8.5. A 2010 Topps #181

9149. Cy Young Signature. Vintage fountain pen signature,

“Cy Young,” on an off-white 3 x 5 card bearing an affixed image of his Hall of Fame plaque. In very good to fine condition, with light staining passing through the signature. Starting Bid $200

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baseball card of future Los Angeles Angels phenom Mike Trout, who has signed neatly over his image in blue felt tip. After the 2010 season, during which he played with the minor league clubs the Cedar Rapids Kernels and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes, Trout received the Topps Minor League Player of the Year Award; at just 19 years and two months, he became the youngest player to win the award. Starting Bid $200


Game-used Uniforms and Equipment

9150. Bob Allison’s Game-Used Baseball Bat. Bob

Allison’s game-used circa 1964 Hillerich & Bradsby Louisville Slugger K55 personal model baseball bat, engraved on the barrel with his facsimile signature and also later signed above in black felt tip. The ash bat measures 36˝ long, weighs 31.5 ounces, and has the length and Allison’s number (“4”) written on the knob in black felt tip. It has partial cracks at the handle and barrel, and exhibits excellent signs of use including ball marks, stitch impressions, and cleat marks on the barrel. Accompanied by a letter of grading and authenticity from PSA/ DNA, grading it as “PSA/DNA GU 8.” Allison hit .287 and slugged 32 home runs for the Minnesota Twins in 1964, making his third and final All-Star appearance. Starting Bid $200

9151. Keith Hernandez’s Game-Used Baseball Bat.

Keith Hernandez’s game-used Rawlings Adirondack Big Stick 460B personal model baseball bat, used during the 1986 National League Championship Series (NLCS) between his New York Mets and the Houston Astros. The ash bat measures 34.25˝ long, weighs 31 ounces, and is engraved on the barrel with his name and team (“Keith Hernandez, New York Mets”), signed to the left in blue felt tip. His initials (“K.H.”) are also stamped into the knob, which has his number “17” written in black felt tip. The bat shows outstanding evidence of use, including a repaired handle crack, heavy coat of pine tar, and numerous ball and stitch marks on the barrel. Accompanied by a letter of grading and authenticity from PSA/DNA, grading it as “PSA/DNA GU 9.” The Mets’ star first baseman hit .269 in the 1986 NLCS, driving in three runs to help propel the Mets to the memorable 1986 World Series; there, his bat was largely silent until the game seven clincher, when he drove in three runs to lead the Mets to victory. Starting Bid $200

9152. Keith Hernandez’s Game-Used Baseball Bat. Keith Hernandez’s game-used circa 1976 Hillerich & Bradsby Louisville Slugger M110 personal model baseball bat, featuring the bicentennial brand (Liberty Bell with baseball bat and “1776–1976, National Pastime”) and his facsimile signature on the barrel; also signed later in black felt tip. The flame-burned ash bat measures 34.5˝ long, weighs 33.1 ounces, and has his number (“37”) written on the knob in black felt tip. It has a professionally repaired crack to the handle, and exhibits outstanding evidence of use with a heavy pine tar coating, many ball marks and stitch impressions, red bat rack streaks, and an impression from a weighted batting donut. Accompanied by a letter of grading and authenticity from PSA/DNA, grading it as “PSA/DNA GU 10.” Hernandez spent his first full season in the big leagues in 1976, hitting .289 with 7 homers for the St. Louis Cardinals. Starting Bid $200

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9153. Bobby Murcer’s Game-Used Baseball Bat. Bobby Murcer’s game-used circa 1970–71 Hillerich & Bradsby

Louisville Slugger W215 Curtis Blefary professional model baseball bat, with Murcer’s distinctive pad taped to the handle and his number “1” written on the knob in black felt tip. The flame-burned ash bat measures 34.5˝ long, weighs 31.3 ounces, and features the facsimile signature of Murcer’s teammate Curtis Blefary engraved on the barrel. It is uncracked and exhibits outstanding evidence of use, with many ball marks, stitch impressions, and cleat marks to the barrel, and a moderate coat of pine tar. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, commenting: “The notable feature of this Bobby Murcer professional model bat is his familiar padded handle. Murcer applied the pad to his bats after a hand injury in the late 1960’s. The inclusion of the pad provides what we believe to be strong evidence that this bat was game used by Bobby Murcer.” Murcer and Blefary were teammates on the New York Yankees in 1970 and the first couple months of 1971, before Blefary was dealt to the Oakland Athletics. Murcer had his breakout year in ‘71, hitting .331 with 25 homers and 94 RBI. Starting Bid $200

Baseball Contracts

9154. Steve Carlton Trade Contract . Notable Major League Baseball trade contract between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Philadelphia Phillies, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 25, 1972. The contract, a “Uniform Agreement for the Assignment of a Player’s Contract to or by a Major League Club,” affirms that the Cardinals assign to the Phillies “the contract of Player Steven Norman Carlton…In exchange for the contract of player, Richard Charles Wise.” Signed at the conclusion by Cardinals General Manager Bing Devine and Phillies General Manager John J. Quinn. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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The trade that brought Mays back to New York to end his glorious MLB career

9155. Willie Mays 1972 Trade Contracts. Fascinating pair of Major League Baseball contracts related to the Mets and Giants trade of Willie Mays and Charlie Williams, both one page, 8.5 x 11, May 11, 1972. Each document is a “Uniform Agreement for the Assignment of a Player’s Contract to or by a Major League Club” for Charles Prosek Williams; the first is between Tidewater Professional Sports and the Metropolitan Baseball Club, which recalls Williams “from the Tidewater Club to the New York Mets,” and the second is between the Metropolitan Baseball Club and the National Exhibition Company (San Francisco Giants), which features an “Outright” trade caption: “The contract of the above named player plus a cash consideration of $75,000…to the San Francisco Giants for the contract of Willie Howard Mays, Jr.” The latter contract is signed at the conclusion by Mets and Giants brass Bob Scheffing and Horace Stoneham. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

9156. Ozzie Smith Signed Contract and Checks (3). Four items signed by Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith, including: a contract renewal from the San Diego Padres, signed “Osborne E. Smith,” one page, 8.5 x 11, March 6, 1980, which affirms that the club has renewed his Uniform Player’s Contract and will pay him $72,500; the contract is countersigned by Bob Fontaine, Sr. Also included are three National League of Professional Baseball Clubs checks, each 8.25 x 3, dated to 1986 and 1987, each filled out in type and made payable to Ozzie Smith for $200, with Smith endorsing the reverse of each check in ballpoint. The memo fields note “All Star Game” expenses, with each check individually countersigned by National League Presidents Chub Feeney, Bart Giamatti, and Bill White. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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Football Desirable 1958 Topps football set, highlighted by a PSA 6 Jim Brown rookie card

9157. 1958 Topps Football Complete Set (132) with PSA 6 Jim Brown RC. Complete set (132/132) of 1958 Topps football cards, grading overall at 10% NM, 60% EX-MT, and 30% EX (with just one or two lesser)—it is a very consistent group with downgrades mostly due to centering. Twelve cards have been graded by PSA: PSA NM-MT 8 (OC): #96 Green Bay Packers PSA NM+ 7.5: #39 Dick Stanfel PSA NM 7: #86 Y. A. Tittle PSA EX-MT+ 6.5: #12 Alex Ameche PSA EX-MT 6: #22 John Unitas, #44 Ted Marchibroda, #62 Jim Brown RC, #73 Frank Gifford, #90 Sonny Jurgensen RC, #114 William Galimore, #129 George Blanda PSA VG-EX 4: #66 Bart Starr Boasting colorful backgrounds with oval-shaped pictures of football’s biggest stars, the 1958 Topps set is anchored by the rookie card of “Jimmy Brown” in an iconic action pose. Cleveland’s young star would go on to retire as football’s all-time leading rusher and touchdown king. Starting Bid $500

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9158. 1950s Football Hall of Famers Lot of (4). Four cards of Hall of Famers from the 1950s, highlighted by two rookies and two PSA graded. Includes: 1951 Bowman #4 Norm Van Brocklin RC - VG 1951 Bowman #32 Y. A. Tittle - VG 1954 Bowman #23 George Blanda RC - PSA EX 5 1958 Topps #86 Y. A. Tittle - PSA EX 5 Starting Bid $100

9159. 1959 Topps Football Complete Set (176).

Complete set (176/176) of 1959 Topps football cards, grading overall at 25% NM, 45% EX-MT, and 30% EX (with a few lesser). Nine cards have been graded by PSA. View a longer description online at www. RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

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9160. 1960 Fleer Football Lot of (60). Appealing group of (60) 1960 Fleer football cards, comprising nearly half the set, with the vast majority in EX condition (with roughly 10% better and 10% lesser). Key cards include (all EX with no creases): #58 George Blanda, #116 Hank Stram, and #118 Ron Mix RC. Starting Bid $100

9161. 1960 Topps Football Lot of (72). Nice group of (72)

1960 Topps football cards, with overall grades of 75% EX and 25% VG-EX, with a few miscut. Key cards include: #3 Lenny Moore (EX), #25 Bobby Mitchell (EX), #39 Doyle Nix RC (EX), #48 Yale Lary (EX), #52 Jim Taylor (VG-EX), #56 Forrest Gregg RC (EX), #74 Frank Gifford (VG-EX), #87 Chuck Bednarik (EX MC), and #93 Bobby Layne (EX). Starting Bid $100

9162. 1961 Topps Football Partial Set of (102/198) with Jim Brown. Partial set (102/198) of 1961 Topps football cards, representing about half the set. It is a consistent group grading at 70% EX, 15% EX-MT, and 15% VG-EX, with a few lesser. Key cards include: #45 Henry Jordan RC (VG-EX), #71 Jim Brown (EX), #77 Jim Brown IA (VG-EX), #85 Charley Conerly (EX), #139 Johnny Robinson RC (EX), #150 Don Maynard RC (EX-MT), #166 Jack Kemp (EX), #182 Jim Otto (EX), and #186 Tom Flores RC (EX-MT). Starting Bid $200

9163. 1962 Fleer Football Near Complete Set (69+/88).

Near set (69/88) of 1962 Fleer football cards, plus three duplicates. Overall grades are 10% NM, 60% EX-MT, 20% EX, and 10% VG-EX. Key cards include: #46 George Blanda (EX-MT), #48 Charlie Hennigan RC (EX-MT), #68 Tom Flores (EX-MT), #72 Jim Otto (EX), #74 Fred Williamson (2, EX-MT), #79 Jack Kemp (EX), and #86 Ernie Ladd (EX-MT). Starting Bid $100

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9164. 1962 Post Cereal Football Partial Set (141+/200) with Key Short Prints and Many HOFers. Outstanding and rare partial set (141/200) of 1962 Post Cereal football cards, representing a large portion of the set with key short prints and many Hall of Famers; also includes 12 duplicates for a total of 153 cards. This is an amazing and neatly cut assemblage with a large number of cards carrying complete ‘borders’ on all four sides, and only a dozen showing any creases. Includes key cards of HOFers Jim Brown and Y. A. Tittle, as well as highly coveted short prints #74 Sam Baker and #93 Dave Baker. Keys grade as follows (with only those showing all borders grading EX or better): #9 Max McGee (EX), #12 Bart Starr (EX), #13 Jim Taylor (VG-EX), #28 Del Shofner SP (EX), #29 Y. A. Tittle (EX), #41 Jess Richardson SP (EX), #59 Joe Schmidt SP (VG-EX, #61 Jim Brown (VG-EX), #74 Sam Baker SP (VG-EX+), #90 Johnny Unitas (G), #93 Dave Baker (VG-EX), #103 Bob St. Clair SP (EX+), #117 Larry Morris SP (EX-MT), #133 Tom Tracy (EX-MT), #136 Mike Connelly (EX-MT), #139 Allen Green SP (EX), #145 Jerry Tubbs (EX+), #169 Jack Pardee (EX), #181 Dick Pesonen (VG-EX), #184 Fran Tarkenton (VG), and #186 Frank Youso SP (EX). Starting Bid $200

9165. 1962 Topps Football Lot of (52) with Jim Brown. Outstanding and consistent group of (52) 1962 Topps football cards—at least 80% grading EX—with a few better and a few worse. Key cards (all grading EX with no creases) include: #28 Jim Brown, #39 Don Meredith (2), #63 Bart Starr, #64 Paul Hornung, #75 Green Bay Packers Team, #127 Bobby Layne, #134 Ernie Stautner, and #138 Pittsburgh Steelers Team. Starting Bid $100

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9166. 1974/76 Topps Football Lot of (390+) Cards. Collection of almost 400 football cards from the Topps sets of the mid-1970s, plus 400 cards from the 1987 Topps football set. Includes:

Group of (229) 1974 Topps football cards, grading overall at 30% NM, 40% EX-MT, and 30% EX, with a few lesser. Key cards include: #1 O.J. Simpson All-Time Rushing Leader (VG-EX), #40 Joe Greene (NM), #121 Harold Carmichael (NM), #129 Fran Tarkenton (VG-EX), #130 O.J. Simpson (EX-MT), #131 Larry Csonka (NM), #137 Jack Ham (EX-MT), #183 Joe DeLamielleure (EX-MT), #220 Franco Harris (EX), #329 Passing Leaders - Ken Stabler/Roger Staubach (EX), #461 NFC Semi-Finals (EX), #470 Terry Bradshaw (EX). Group of (168) 1976 Topps football cards, grading overall at 50% NM, 40% EX-MT, and 10% EX. Key cards include: #333 Super Bowl X (EX-MT), #355 George Blanda (NM), #395 Roger Staubach (EX), #415 Ken Stabler (NM), #420 Jack Ham (EX-MT), #424 Robert Brazile RC (NM), #426 Ron Jaworski RC (EX-MT), #500 Fran Tarkenton (EX-MT), #516 Brian Sipe RC (EX-MT), and #522 Rocky Bleier (NM). Also includes 400+ cards from the 1987 Topps football set, which would be in NM condition except all have slight ink markings on the edges. Starting Bid $200

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9167. 1966 Philadelphia Gum Gale Sayers RC PSA EX 5. Graded by PSA EX 5. Gale Sayers strikes a Heisman-inspired pose on the front of his only recognized rookie card. Boasting vivid colors and bright white borders, the card is held back by 60/40 centering and touched corner tips. Remembered for an unsurpassed combination of speed and vision, Sayers set a then-NFL record 22 touchdowns in his first season—a mark that still stands as a rookie record. Starting Bid $200

9168. 2014 Panini #231 Odell Beckham, Jr Signed (Jersey Red Prizm) RC PSA GEMMT 10. Graded by PSA

GEM-MT 10. A limited edition ‘Rookie Card’ of New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham, Jr., numbered 5/30, with a swatch of gameworn jersey and the lower hologram label signed in blue felt tip. The card is regally framed in a ‘red prism’ border. A decidedly scarce example. Starting Bid $200

9169. Jim Langer Game-Used Miami Dolphins Road Jersey. Jim Langer’s game-used Miami Dolphins road jersey

from the mid-1970s. The front, back, and sleeves feature his number “62” screened-on in aqua with orange borders, and the back has his name, “Langer” in aqua block letters on a white nameplate across the shoulders. The front tail has been trimmed with no manufacturer’s tags remaining, and the jersey shows heavy game-use with five team repairs. In fine condition, with expected signs of wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Grey Flannel Auctions, and a color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Langer, signed in blue felt tip, “Jim Langer, HOF 87.” Revered as one of the greatest centers in NFL history, Langer was a two-time Super Bowl champion as part of the Dolphins dynasty of the 1970s, including their legendary undefeated 1972 season. He was elected to six consecutive Pro Bowls, was a three-time first-team All-Pro, and a three-time second-team All-Pro. Langer was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility in 1987. Starting Bid $200

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Extremely rare portrait of the controversial owner of the Washington football team 9170. George Preston Marshall Signed Photograph Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Chase Studio

of Washington portrait of the controversial owner of the Washington Redskins football team, signed in fountain pen, “George Preston Marshall, April 10th / ‘61.” Reverse bears a Chase Ltd. credit stamp. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing, heaviest to the lower right corner area. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. Marshall is very rare and virtually nonexistent in signed photos, particularly in photos of this size. Starting Bid $200

Scarce letter from the controversial owner of the Washington Redskins 9171. George Preston Marshall Typed Letter Signed Typed Letter Signed. American businessman and owner of the Washington

Redskins of the National Football League (1896–1969) who founded the team in 1932 as the Boston Braves and was its controlling owner until his death in 1969. A supporter of racial segregation, Marshall was the last NFL owner to integrate African Americans onto a roster. TLS signed “George P. Marshall,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The Redskins of the National Football League letterhead, April 10, 1961. Letter to K. H. Browne, in full: “Under separate cover I am sending you an autographed picture which I hope will console you in Arizona. I think you are in a wonderful country, and I am sure it will be extremely helpful to Mrs. Browne. Some day I may be in the Phoenix area and look you up.” In very good condition, with some creasing, light staining to the left edge, and staple holes and a paperclip impression to the upper left corner. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200

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Over 90 legends of the gridiron

9172. NFL Hall of Famers Signed Football. Official Collector’s Edition NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame football signed in

silver ink and black felt tip by an astounding 91 current and future inductees, with many adding their number or induction year, including: Troy Aikman, Marcus Allen, Morton Anderson, Jerome Bettis, Fred Biletnikoff, Mel Blount, Terry Bradshaw, Drew Brees, Tim Brown, Jim Brown, Dick Butkus, Earl Campbell, Chris Carter, Larry Csonka, Curley Culp, Terrell Davis, Brian Dawkins, Len Dawson, Fred Dean, Eric Dickerson, Mike Ditka, Chris Doleman, Tony Dorsett, Kenny Easley, Carl Eller, Marshall Faulk, Brett Favre, Joe Greene, Bob Griece, Ray Guy, Charles Haley, Jack Ham, Franco Harris, Ted Hendricks, Paul Horning, Michael Irvin, Ricky Jackson, Charlie Joiner, Sonny Jurgenson, Jim Kelly, Paul Krause, Jack Lambert, Steve Largent, Marv Levy, Ray Lewis, Bob Lilly, Floyd Little, Larry Little, James Lofton, Howie Long, Ronnie Lott, Tom Mack, Dan Marino, Curtis Martin, Bruce Matthews, Don Maynard, Art Monk, Joe Montana, Warren Moon, Lenny Moore, Randy Moss, Joe Namath, Jim Otto, Orlando Pace, Bill Parcells, John Randle, Andre Reed, Mel Renfro, Jerry Rice, John Riggins, Barry Sanders, Deion Sanders, Warren Sapp, Gale Sayers, Art Shell, Mike Singletary, Emmit Smith, Lynn Swan, Jason Taylor, Lawrence Taylor, Thurman Thomas, Ladainian Tomlinson, Kurt Warner, Roger Wehrli, Randy Wehrli, Kellen Winslow, Charles Woodson, Rayfield Wright, Ron Yary, Steve Young, and Jack Youngblood. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Rockne on his famed 1924 Notre Dame squad: “For real athletes you have to hand it to the old Four Horsemen team” 9173. Knute Rockne Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “Rock,” two pages, 8.25 x 11, December 26, 1930, The Kahler letterhead. Letter to Joe Williams, the sports editor of the New York Telegram, in part: “I would say the outstanding feature of our team this year was the close knit bond of friendship and respect and inspiration that made it one. Everybody was pulling for the other fellow. However, for real athletes you have to hand it to the old Four Horsemen team. Somehow they seemed to go whenever they felt they had to, and for real poise, mental and physical, they had it. In their senior year I never saw a game that in their minds there was any doubt as to the result.” He goes on to discuss the Carnegie Tech game of 1924. Rockne adds a few handwritten lines to the text. In very good condition, with irregular toning, corner creasing, and a tear to each page, repaired and reinforced by complete silking to the reverse. Starting Bid $200 Sports Auction | March 25, 2021 | 87


Basketball 9174. 1970–71 Topps Basketball High-Grade Partial Set (156/175). High-grade partial set (156/175) of 1970–71

Topps basketball cards, grading overall at 10% NM-MT, 75% NM, and 15% EX-MT. Though missing the key rookies, this is a sharp, high-grade assemblage of commons, short prints, minor stars, and several Hall of Famers. Highlights include: #31 Lucius Allen, #86 Don Nelson, #112 John Havlicek AS, #114 Oscar Robertson AS, #120 Walt Frazier, #130 Connie Hawkins, #140 Bill Cunningham, #143 Jo Jo White, #148 Jerry Sloan, #150 Willis Reed, #173 Playoff Game 6 (Chamberlain), and #175 Knicks Celebrate. Missing #s are: 1, 2, 5, 7, 10, 13, 20, 24, 50, 65, 70, 72, 75, 100, 101, 106, 107, 123, and 160. Starting Bid $200

9175. 1987-88 Fleer Sticker #2 Michael Jordan SGC NM/MT+ 92.

Graded by SGC NM/MT+ 92. A pack-fresh example of Jordan’s second-year sticker, well-centered with sharp corners, clean edges, and bright colors in Fleer’s classic red, white, and blue motif. A superb specimen of the Chicago Bulls legend. Starting Bid $200

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9176. 1996 Topps #138 Kobe Bryant RC PSA 9. Graded by PSA MINT 9. A great example of Kobe Bryant’s classic Topps rookie card, a modern classic that shows him driving through the lane for the Los Angeles Lakers; the biography on the back foretells his greatness: “Why are scouts so confident Kobe can adapt to the NBA? Excellent grades; the experience of traveling with a father (Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant) who played 16 years of pro ball; and a scoring average of 30.7 PPG.” Well-centered with sharp corners and vivid colors. Starting Bid $200

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9177. 1996 Topps #138 Kobe Bryant RC PSA GEM-MT 10.

Graded by PSA GEM-MT 10. A prime example of Kobe Bryant’s classic Topps rookie card, which shows the Black Mamba driving to the hoop against a hapless Timberwolves defender during his first season in the NBA. Well-centered, white borders, and sharp bright colors that leap off the card. Starting Bid $200

9178. Red Auerbach Document Signed. DS, signed

“Arnold Auerbach,” nine pages, 8.5 x 10.75, September 12, 1980. A rookie or veteran “Two or More Seasons” NBA ‘Uniform Player Contract,’ between the Boston Celtics and Wayne Kreklow for the term of two years. Signed at the bottom of the seventh page in blue ballpoint by Auerbach, who also signs an addendum listing Kreklow’s two-year salary at $115,000. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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9179. Red Auerbach and Don Chaney Document Signed. DS, signed “Arnold Auerbach” and “Donald R. Chaney,” nine pages, 8.5 x 10.75, September 14, 1979. A veteran single season NBA ‘Uniform Players Contract,’ between the Boston Celtics and Don Chaney “for the term of one year from the 1st day of September 1979.” Signed at the bottom of the seventh page in blue ballpoint by Auerbach and in black ink by Chaney, with both also signing an addendum listing Chaney’s salary at $150,000. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Worn by ‘Larry Legend’ in 1991

9180. Larry Bird Game-Worn Converse Conquest Sneakers Signed Game-Worn Sneakers. Converse Star Conquest basketball sneakers personally worn by Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird during a game in the 1991 regular season, size 13–13.5, black/white, with the original black laces. In very good condition, with expected heavy wear and scuffing from use; the midsole to left sneaker partially disintegrated and back of sole detached, and some cracking and separation to midsole on right sneaker. Accompanied by an official shoe worksheet and a letter of opinion from MEARS Authentication. In the long and storied history of the NBA, only three players have ever won the league’s regular season MVP award three consecutive years: Bill Russell (1961, 1962, 1963), Wilt Chamberlain (1966, 1967, 1968), and Larry Bird (1984, 1985, 1986). Starting Bid $300

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9181. Kobe Bryant and 2012 USA Olympic Team Signed Basketball. Limited edition official Nike Team USA Olympic Team basketball, numbered 149/325, signed in black felt tip on the panels by several members of the team, including: Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, James Harden, Kevin Love, Deron Williams, Tyson Chandler, Mike Krzyzewski, Nate McMillan, Jerry Colangelo, Jim Boeheim, and Mike D’antoni. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Ellis Dawson of Team USA Basketball, who certifies that “each signature on this 2012 Autographed Men’s Olympic Team Ball is hand written and authentic.” Starting Bid $200

K. C. Jones, a Celtics great and 12-time NBA champion, tenders his resignation to Red Auerbach 9182. K. C. Jones Typed Letter Signed. TLS, one page,

8.5 x 11, Boston Celtics Basketball Club letterhead, September 20, 1967. Brief letter to Celtics General Manager Red Auerbach, in full: “This is to inform you of my voluntary retirement from the Boston Celtics Basketball Club, effective September 20, 1967.” In fine condition. Accompanied by Western Union telegram from Auerbach to NBA Commissioner J. Walter Kennedy, dated October 13, 1967, requesting that he place Jones on the “Voluntary Retired List.” Starting Bid $200

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9183. Michael Jordan Autographs Domain Name (www. MichaelJordanAutographs. com). With Michael Jordan’s

popularity and memorabilia prices at an all time high, now is the opportunity to parlay Jordan’s memorabilia into a potentially profit-making venture. Offered here is the domain name rights to www.michaeljordanautographs. com. Our consignor has set up a demo website to showcase possible uses for the future owner: whether building a site or business devoted to authentication, auctions, history, or cards, the sky is the limit for content ideas and potential profit-making opportunities for a savvy internet entrepreneur and/or Jordan enthusiast. Content and design on the demo website are for demonstration purposes only and not included with the auction. Auction is for the rights to the domain name www.michaeljordanautographs.com only. It is currently registered through GoDaddy with an expiration date of 12/13/2021; the buyer will be responsible for transfer fees and future registration fees. Starting Bid $300

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Rare letter from the born again “Pistol Pete,” written a month before his passing

9184. ‘Pistol’ Pete Maravich Autograph Letter Signed Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Agape, ‘Pistol’

Pete, 7, John 14:27,” one page, 8 x 10, Pistol Pete Enterprises letterhead, November 27, 1987. Letter to Ron Buchinski, in full: “Thank you for your encouraging letter. God is so good and so merciful. He has touched your life and mine. Maybe, Ron, a day will come that you and I can get together and have fellowship. I would love to hear of how God has used you as you have made yourself available to Him. If not, well, we have eternity. May His joy and peace be the filling of fullness for you, brother. Thanks again.” In fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. Accompanied by the original hand-addressed mailing envelope and by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. A remarkable letter from a true legend of the hardwood, written roughly a month before his tragic passing. Starting Bid $200

9185. Bill Russell Document Signed. DS, signed “William F. Russell,” nine pages, 8.25 x 10.75, September 24, 1975. An NBA singleseason ‘Uniform Player Contract’ between the Seattle SuperSonics and player Al Carlson. Signed at the bottom of the seventh page in black ballpoint by Bill Russell as the team’s general manager. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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9186. J. Walter Kennedy (8) Signed Transfer Contracts. Group lot of eight

NBA player contracts relating to the St. Louis Hawks and their move to Atlanta in 1968, each one page, 8.5 x 11, May 10, 1968. Each document is a “Uniform Agreement for Assignment of a Player’s Contract to or by Club,” between the St. Louis Hawks Basketball Club, Inc., and Atlanta Hawks Basketball, Inc., for the following players: Lenny Wilkens, Skip Harlicka, Zelmo Beaty, Jim Davis, Bill Bridges, Joe Caldwell, Lou Hudson, and Paul Silas. Each contract is signed at the conclusion by NBA commissioner J. Walter Kennedy, and countersigned by representatives from both teams and two witnesses. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Boxing Used in training by ‘The Greatest’

9187. Muhammad Ali Training Worn Mouthpieces Training Mouthpieces. Everlast mouthpieces personally-owned

and -used in training camp by former heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali in the mid 1970s. The off-white rubber mouthpieces both feature raised text on the underside: “Everlast, Everguard.” In very good condition, with expected signs of wear and age. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the daughter of the Wali Muhammad (Youngblood), the longtime assistant trainer and cornerman of Ali, who affirms that the “mouthpieces used by Muhammad Ali…[were] a part of the collection of my father.” Provenance: Heritage Auctions, Sports Collectibles Muhammad Ali Platinum Night, September 2016. Starting Bid $200

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Worn by Ali in training camp 9188. Muhammad Ali Training Worn Shirt Training Shirt. In-

credible t-shirt personally-owned and -used in training camp by former heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali in the mid 1970s. The yellow, soft cotton t-shirt with off-white cuffs and V-neck collar, no size (likely large), features black felt lettering to the left chest, “ALI,” and the back, “MUHAMMAD ALI.” In very good condition, with scattered stains, and tears on the back. Originates from the family of Ali’s assistant trainer. Provenance: Heritage Auctions, Sports Collectibles Muhammad Ali Platinum Night, September 2016. Starting Bid $300

9189. Rocky Marciano Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 7 x 9.25 promotional photo of Marciano in a full-length pose as the ‘Heavyweight Champion of the World,’ signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To my pal Nazzy, Rocky Marciano.” Archivally triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 17.25. In fine condition, with a bit of trivial skipping to signature and inscription, and a few light surface marks and impressions. Starting Bid $200

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Hockey 9190. 1954 Topps #8 Gordie Howe PSA NM-MT+ 8.5. Graded by PSA NM-

MT+ 8.5. One of three examples at this level, with three higher. The 1954 Topps #8 Gordie Howe card is one of the top cards in the entire Hockey card spectrum, and which would belong on the Mount Rushmore of all hockey cards. Capitalizing off their very popular 1953 Topps baseball issue, Topps issued their inaugural hockey card set with a similar colored bottom nameplate, but instead of only one colored corner, the 1954 Topps hockey issue contains both bottom corners with flush-to-the-edge color, which are very susceptible to chipping. Brilliant image, three razor-sharp corners with the lower right blue evidenced with a tiny bit of wear, along with a few minor chips on the bottom edge. Reverse is clean, and this example is also free of the usual print issues which often plague this set. Howe was the quintessential elite hockey player with speed, strength, skill, and vision, capable of shooting the puck from both the left and right-handed sides. This example of Howe’s first Topps card is similar with brilliant eye appeal, and is one of the top hockey cards in the hobby. Starting Bid $1500

9191. 1968 Topps Hockey High-Grade Complete Set (132). Complete set (132/132) of 1968 Topps hockey cards, grading overall at 10% NM-MT, 40% NM, 40% EX-MT, and 10% EX (with a few lesser). Eleven cards have been graded by PSA. Starting Bid $200

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Horse Racing

Museum-displayed ‘race-worn’ hair from three-year-old Secretariat, removed from his mane after the final race of his magical 1973 Triple Crown season

9192. Secretariat Racing Hair from the 1973 Triple Crown Season. Large example of ‘race-worn’ chestnut hair

removed from the mane of legendary Thoroughbred racehorse Secretariat on October 29, 1973, one day after the three-yearold stallion capped off his career with a first-place finish at the Canadian International Stakes at the Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto, Ontario. The circle of hair, which roughly measures 3½˝ in diameter, was hand removed by Ray DeStefano of Murty Brothers Horse Transportation, when he was loading the horse onto a van bound for Belmont Park, Secretariat’s brief residency before retiring to Claiborne Farm in Paris, Kentucky. The hard plastic case the hair is presented in is original to its three-yearlong exhibition at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame (NMRHOF), where it was displayed as part of the Ride On! exhibit from May 2006 until December 2009. Most other examples of Secretariat hair were obtained when he was much older and in retirement at Claiborne Farm. Accompanied by sundry paperwork related to DeStefano’s loaning of the hair to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, as well as by a signed letter of provenance from DeStefano, who affirms that he personally removed the horse’s hair at JFK airport in the summer of 1973, while working for Murty Brothers Horse Transportation, the company contracted to transfer Secretariat. A remarkably dense ring of Secretariat ‘racing hair’ deriving from the very end of his history-making three-year-old Triple Crown careerStarting Bid $1000

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Non-Sports Cards

9193. 1909-1910 Hassan Cigarettes (3) Complete Sets: Cowboys, Indians, and Explorers. Three classic early complete non-sports card sets issued by Hassan Cigarettes in 1909–1910, depicting the American West and history’s greatest explorers. Includes: 1909 T53 Hassan Cigarettes Cowboy Series (49) - complete set, overall in VG to VG-EX with just one or two lesser. 1910 T73 Hassan Cigarettes Indian Life in the 60s (50) - complete set displaying bright colors and fresh surfaces throughout, consistently grading VG-EX with several grading EX and just one or two lesser. 1910 T118 Hassan Cigarettes World’s Greatest Explorers (25) - complete set grading VG to VG-EX overall, with three G, one P, and two EX. Starting Bid $200

9194. 1930s Non-Sports Lot of (51) with Dick Tracy, Tarzan, and SchutterJohnson. Collection of 51 non-sports cards

from the 1930s, representing five different sets. Includes: c. 1930s R63 ‘Guess Who?’ (5) - (VG-EX) 1930 R72 Schutter-Johnson ‘I’m Going To Be’ (24) - partial set of (17/24) plus 7 duplicates (VG-EX to EX) 1934 R56 General Gum Funnies (13) - (EX) 1934 V256 Tarzan & The Crystal Vault (1) - (VG-EX) 1937 R41 Dick Tracy Caramels (8) - (G-EX) Starting Bid $200

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9195. 1930s-40s Hollywood Icons Movie Star Card Lot of (152). Lot of 152 cards of Hollywood icons and movie stars of the 1930s-40s, from three different sets. Includes:

1930s R133 Movie Star Strip Cards (56) - highlighted by John Wayne, Joan Crawford, Will Rogers, Cary Grant, Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, W. C. Fields, Bing Crosby, Tom Mix, and others (overall EX to EX-MT). 1935 Gallagher Famous Film Scenes (48) - complete set of (48/48) with scenes including Joan Crawford, Laurel and Hardy, W. C. Fields, and others (overall NM). 1940 Bridgwater Film Stars Mini Trading Cards (48) - highlighted by Clark Gable, Gary Cooper, James Stewart, Errol Flynn, Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, and Spencer Tracy (overall NM). Starting Bid $200

9196. 1933 R115 Jig Saw Nougat Presidents Near Set (11+/14). Near set (11/14) of 1933 R115 Jig Saw Nougat

cards of American presidents, plus four duplicates for a total of 15 cards. This scarce issue is seldom offered in such a large grouping. Includes: Abraham Lincoln (3), Andrew Johnson, U. S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, James A. Garfield, Benjamin Harrison, Theodore Roosevelt (3), William H. Taft, Woodrow Wilson, Warren G. Harding, and Calvin Coolidge. Missing cards are: Arthur, Cleveland, and McKinley. Starting Bid $200

9197. 1933–34 R136 National Chicle Sky Birds Near Complete Set (90/108). An outstanding near-complete

set (90/108) of 1933–1934 National Chicle Sky Birds cards, a popular and colorful set depicting early aviators and their pioneering planes. Highlights include: #20 Eddie Rickenbacker (VG-EX), #36 Charles Lindbergh (EX), #48 Amelia Earhart (VG-EX), #49 Orville Wright (EX+), and #72 Spirit of St. Louis (EX+). The lot features the entire first series from 1933 honoring World War I fighter pilots (cards #1–24), and is missing the scarce ‘high number’ run at the end of the set. Missing cards are #s: 63, 84–87, 94, and 97–108. Starting Bid $200

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9198. 1950s Western-Themed Non-Sport Complete Sets (4). Four complete Western-themed non-sports card sets from the 1950s, including: 1955 Times Confectionery Co. Roy Rogers in Old Amarillo - complete set (24/24), grading NM overall with many NM-MT cards. 1957 CWS Jaycee Tipped Western Stars - complete set (24/24) plus one duplicate, grading overall 80% NM-MT and 20% NM. 1958 Topps TV Westerns - complete set (71/71), grading overall 50% NM, 30% EX-MT, and 20% EX. This iconic entertainment set features scenes from 11 different shows, including Gunsmoke, Wagon Train, Boots & Saddles, Wanted: Dead or Alive, and Have Gun, Will Travel. 1959 Fleer Indian Trading Cards - high-grade complete set (80/80), grading overall 40% NM-MT, 50% NM, and 10% EX-MT (with just one or two lesser). This unusual, early non-sport Fleer set portrays Indian chiefs and intriguing scenes of Native American life. Starting Bid $200

9199. 1950s-60s Music Sets: Elvis, Fabian, and Freddie & The Dreamers. Three high-grade complete sets of 1950s-60s rock ‘n’ roll/pop

music non-sports cards, highlighted by superstar Elvis Presley, teen idol Fabian, and Merseybeat phenoms Freddie and the Dreamers. Includes: 1956 Topps Elvis Presley - high-grade complete set (66/66), grading overall 20% NM, 50% EX-MT, and 25% EX, with 5% lesser. 1959 Topps Fabian - high-grade complete set (55/55), grading overall 10% NM-MT, 70% NM, and 20% EX-MT. 1965 P.T.A. Freddie and the Dreamers - high-grade complete set (66/66) grading overall 50% NM-MT and 50% NM. Starting Bid $200

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9200. 1950s-60s Non-Sports Lot of (107) with Topps Space, Civil War News, and Outer Limits. Lot of 107 non-

sports cards from the 1950s–60s, highlighted by selections from the popular 1957 Topps Space, 1962 Topps Civil War News, and 1964 Topps/Bubbles, Inc. Outer Limits sets. Includes:

1957 Topps Space Cards (10) - EX-MT 1959 Topps You’ll Die Laughing (7) - EX 1961 Nu-Cards Dinosaur Series (7) - EX to EX-MT 1961 Nu-Cards Horror Monsters Second Series - Orange (7) - EX+ 1962 Topps Civil War News (21) - VG-EX 1963 Donruss Combat (4) - EX-MT 1964 Topps/Bubbles, Inc. Outer Limits (17) - VG-EX 1965 Donruss King Kong (5) - EX-MT 1965 Fleer Weird-Ohs (9) - NM 1965 Topps Battle Cards (4) - VG 1966 Topps Batman A Series (1) - VG-EX 1966 Topps Monster Laffs (12) - EX-MT to NM 1967 Donruss The Monkees (3) - EX-MT Starting Bid $100

9201. 1960s TV Series High-Grade Complete Sets (3): Beverly Hillbillies, Munsters, and Superman. Three

high-grade complete sets of mid-1960s television series cards, including The Beverly Hillbillies, The Munsters, and Superman. These are three beautiful non-sports sets inspired by some of the decade’s most iconic television characters. Overall, the cards are bright and fresh with sharp corners and just a few downgraded due to centering. Overall, the cards grade about 20% NM, 40% EX-MT, and 40% EX. Includes:

1963 Topps Beverly Hillbillies - complete set (66/66) with two graded: #1 People in Californy Sure Dress Funny (PSA EX 5) and #66 There’s Someone In This Thing (PSA EX-MT 6). 1964 Leaf The Munsters - complete set (72/72) plus 13 duplicates 1966 Topps Superman - complete set (66/66) with two graded: #1 Krypton Is Doomed (PSA EX-MT 6) and #66 Harmless Blow (PSA EX 5). Starting Bid $200

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9202. 1960s TV Series High-Grade Complete Sets (6). Six mid-1960s complete sets of non-sports cards based on popular television shows of the era. Includes:

1964 Donruss Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea - consistent and uniform complete set (66/66) grading overall 30% NM-MT, 60% NM, and 10% EX-MT, with strong centering throughout. 1965 Fleer Gomer Pyle - consistent complete set (66/66) uniformly presenting NM-MT, with sharp corners throughout and just a few downgraded due to centering. 1965 Fleer McHale’s Navy - consistent complete set (66/66) uniformly presenting NM-MT, with sharp corners throughout and just a few downgraded due to centering. 1966 Topps Rat Patrol - complete set (66/66) with bright colors and sharp corners throughout, with centering problems downgrading about half the cards. Overall, the cards grade at 30% NM, 40% EX-MT, and 30% EX. 1966 Philadelphia Gum Tarzan - fresh and consistent complete set (66/66), grading overall 10% NM-MT, 50% NM, 20% EXMT, and 20% EX. 1967 Topps Maya: Mysteries of India - complete set (55/55) with bold colors and sharp corners, consisting of NM and NM-MT cards throughout, with just two or three lesser due to centering. Starting Bid $200

9203. 1963 Rosen John F. Kennedy Mid-High Grade Set (64).

Mid-to-high grade complete set (64/64) of 1963 Rosen John F. Kennedy cards, chronicling the great American’s life from childhood through the presidency. Cards show him as a youngster on the school football team, as a lieutenant aboard PT-109, his marriage to Jacqueline Kennedy, his career in Congress, his presidency, and his family. Starting Bid $100

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9204. 1963 Topps Astronauts 3-D High-Grade Complete Set with Graded Checklist (55). Highgrade complete set (55/55) of 1963 Topps Astronauts 3D, an iconic non-sports issue commemorating the Mercury 7—Alan Shepard, Gus Grissom, John Glenn, Scott Carpenter, Wally Schirra, Gordon Cooper, and Deke Slayton. The set chronicles astronaut selection, training, and their missions as America’s first spacemen, with outer space scenes on the backs viewable with 3-D glasses. Overall, the cards grade at 40% NM, 35% EX-MT, and 25% EX, with downgrades due almost exclusively to centering. The last (and toughest!) card in the set—#55 Checklist—has been graded by PSA EX-MT 6. Starting Bid $200

9205. 1965 James Bond and Man from UNCLE (2) Complete Sets. Two high-grade complete sets of super spy cards from 1965. Both sets present in NM-MT condition overall, with just a few cards downgraded for centering and many worthy of third-party grading. Includes:

1965 Philadelphia Gum James Bond (65) - complete set, grading overall 50% NM-MT, 35% NM, and 15% EX-MT. Includes two cards graded by PSA: #1 Debonair But Deadly (PSA NM 7) and #66 The Final Encounter (PSA EX-MT 6). 1965 Topps Man from U.N.C.L.E. (55) - complete set, grading overall 50% NM-MT, 35% NM, and 15% EX-MT. Starting Bid $100

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9206. 1965 Topps Gilligan’s Island High-Grade Complete Set (55). Scarce high-grade complete set (55/55) of 1965 Topps Gilligan’s Island cards, highlighted by three graded by PSA. Overall, the set grades at 60% NM (with a few better), 30% EX-MT, and 10% EX (mostly due to centering). Graded cards are: #1 You’ll Be Safe Skipper! Only If I… (PSA EX-MT 6), #41 Why’d I Have To Be Stuck On The Same… (PSA NM 7), and #55 The Castaways (PSA NM 7).

Released after the popular sitcom’s 1964 debut, this set features stills from the show with cartoonish ‘quotes’ overlaid. On the backs are sequential stills, so that when the set is complete and ordered sequentially it forms a flipbook with scenes entitled ‘Gilligan in Action’ and ‘Skipper Takes a Trip.’ Starting Bid $200

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9207. 1976 Topps Star Trek High-Grade Complete Set (88) with PSA 9 Captain Kirk. High-grade complete set (88/88) of 1976 Star Trek cards, highlighted by ten cards graded by PSA, plus an original wax wrapper and nine stickers. Overall, the set grades at 40% NM-MT (with a few better), 40% NM, and 20% EX-MT. Graded cards are: #1 The U.S.S. Enterprise (PSA EX-MT 6), #2 Capt. James T. Kirk (PSA MINT 9), #5 Engineer Scott (PSA EX-MT 6), #8 The Phaser—Tomorrow’s Weapon (PSA NM-MT 8), #12 The Alien Mr. Spock (PSA MINT 9 (OC)), #18 Enterprise Orbiting Earth (PSA NM-MT 8), #20 Outwitting a God (PSA NM-MT 8), #38 Duel at Gothos (PSA NM-MT 8), #50 Fate of Captain Pike (PSA NM 7), and #88 Star Trek Lives (PSA NM 7). An outstanding, high-grade set honoring the classic sci-fi television drama. Also includes a complete set (44/44) of 1976 O-Pee-Chee Happy Days Series 1 cards, plus 10 stickers. Starting Bid $200

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Olympics 9208. St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 37 mm, 22 gm, by Milo Martin. The front depicts the goddess Victory holding a laurel branch in a horse-drawn sled, with mountains rising in the background and the Olympic rings below; the reverse bears raised text, “II Jeux Olympiques D’hiver St. Moritz 1928,” over a laurel branch. Starting Bid $200

First-place gold medal from the Los Angeles 1932 Summer Games

9209. Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal. Winner’s medal issued for the Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 55 mm, 97 gm, designed by Giuseppe Cassioli, minted by Whitehead & Hoag. The front, inscribed, “Xth Olympiad, Los Angeles, 1932,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Coliseum in the background; the reverse portrays a winner carried by jubilant athletes. A wonderful example of this classic design, and the only first-place 1932 LA prize we have ever offered. Starting Bid $1000

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9210. Rome 1960 Summer Olympics Torch.

Official Rome 1960 Summer Olympics torch, constructed of bronzed aluminum, measuring 15.5˝ in length and 3.75˝ at its widest point, manufactured by the Curtisa firm of Bologna. The torch’s designer, Amedeo Maiuri, was a renowned Italian archaeologist famous for his studies of the Roman site of Pompeii. Inspired by the designs and patterns of the host city’s ancient ruins and monuments, the torch is grooved with slender conical fluting along its candlestick frame, features consistent with the classical touch of the 1960 Games. The torch platform bears the engraving, “Giochi della XVII Olympiade,” and maker’s marks, “M. F.—Curtisa—Bologna, 3375,” can be found inscribed on the bottom of the handle. Also included with the torch is its rare original cylindrical presentation case, which features wear and some scuffing, and denting to upper and lower covers. The Olympic flame was lit on August 12 in Olympia, Greece, and was carried a total of 1,863 km—excluding the flame’s voyage from Athens to Syracuse aboard the training ship Amerigo Vespucci—by over 1,500 torchbearers during its historic fourteen day relay. The XVII Olympiad earns the distinction of being the first Summer Olympics to be telecast in North America. Starting Bid $500

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9211. Cortina 1956 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Participation

medal issued for the 1956 Cortina Winter Olympics. Bronze, 45 mm, 48 gm, by Constantino Affer. The front features the head of Victory crowned with Olympic rings and encircled with raised text, “VII Giochi Olimpici Invernali”; the reverse depicts a snowflake over Mt. Pomagagnon, with raised text, “Citius, Altius, Fortius, Cortina 1956.” Starting Bid $200

9212. Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics Participation Medal Signed Participation medal. Participation medal issued for the Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 64 mm, 133 gm, by Cornelius Martens. The front depicts the Calgary Games emblem and raised French and English text, “Calgary 1988, XV Olympic Winter Games”; the reverse bears a panoramic view of Calgary, the Saddledome Stadium, and the Canadian Rocky Mountains, with the Olympic motto below. Includes its original velvet case. Starting Bid $200

9213. Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Participation Medal.

Participation medal issued for the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 60 gm, by Malcolm Grear Designers. The front features the Atlanta Games emblem under raised text, “Games of the XXVI Olympiad”; the reverse bears a quilt of leaves and the raised text, “Centennial Olympic Games.” Complete with its green box and pouch. Starting Bid $150

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9214. Nagano 1998 Winter Olympics Participation Medal. Partici-

pation medal issued for the Nagano 1998 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 137 gm. The front features a forest of small trees on a mountain side with a curve denoting a ski slope; the reverse bears the Nagano Games logo and a wreath effect along the rim. Complete with its white paper presentation box, which is slightly creased. Starting Bid $200

9215. Athens 2004 Summer Olympics Torch Signed Torch. Official 2004 Athens Summer Olympics torch, constructed of aluminum and olive wood, measuring 25.75˝ in length and 2.25˝ at its widest point, designed by Andreas Varotsos and manufactured by GA & L Harrington. The torch was modeled to reflect the simple and congruous lines of an olive tree leaf, with the union of wood and metal evoking the different colors found on either side of the leaf, and the ergonomic design representing the extension of the moving flame. The front of the aluminum sheath bears the Olympic rings and Athens emblem, with Greek engraving below presented to Lena Zachopoulou. Small dent to upper tip of torch. The Olympic flame was lit in Olympia, Greece, on March 25, 2004, and proceeded on a five continent journey that witnessed the torch pass by all the cities that had hosted the Games since 1896, as well as marking the flame’s debut in Africa, India, and South America. In total, the torch covered over 84,000 km during its 141-day journey. Starting Bid $200

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9216. Torino 2006 Winter Olympics Torch. Official

2006 Torino Winter Olympics torch, constructed of blue technopolymer-coated aluminum, measuring 31.252˝ in length and 4.52˝ at its widest point. Designed by Pininfarina, the shape of the torch was designed to appear like a ski tip, while also representing the monument and symbol of Turin, the Mole Antonelliana. Additionally, the design was intended to replicate the traditional wooden torch, giving the impression that the metal itself catches fire and burns. The middle portion of the torch bears an inscription of the Torino Games emblem with Olympic rings. Slight instances of scuffing to the body and the upper portion of torch bears evidence of use. Base of handle affixed with “074” label. Starting on December 8, 2005, the Olympic torch relay lasted 75 days and traversed over 11,300 km. In all, a total of 10,001 torchbearers carried the flame until it entered the Olympic Stadium on February 10, 2006. This sleek and dynamic Olympic torch was awarded the Lorenzo il Magnifico award, the highest prize from the Florence Biennale of Contemporary Art. Starting Bid $200

9217. Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Torch. Official 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics torch, constructed of stainless steel, aluminum, and sheet molding, measuring 37˝ in length and 3˝ at its widest point. Manufactured by Bombardier, the shape and contours of the torch represent the lines made by snow and ice sports, and is engraved with the motto “With Glowing Hearts / Des plus brilliants exploits,” with the Canadian maple leaf ‘cut-out’ on the opposing side. The two white panels bear the Vancouver Games logo, with lower section featuring scuffing and upper portion also bearing small dings and a scratch; the paneling is slightly dented. Includes the uncommon original stainless steel display stand. Starting Bid $200

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9218. London 2012 Summer Olympics Torch Stunning official 2012 London Olympics torch, comprised of metal and aluminum, measuring 31.5˝ in length and 4.25˝ at its widest point, designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, and manufactured in collaboration by Tecosim, LPG Gas, Bullfinch and Premier Sheet Metal. The gold-colored torch body consists of two envelopes of aluminum alloy perforated with 8,000 circles, a number which matches with both the amount of torchbearers and the United Kingdom relay miles, and features a golden metal logo of the Games near the top. The triangular shape refers to the multiples of three found in the Olympic movement’s values of excellence, friendship, and respect, the Olympic motto of ‘Citius, Altius, Fortius,’ and London’s hosting of the Games for the third time. The Olympic flame was lit in Olympia on May 10, 2012, and embarked on an eight-day journey across Greece and Crete before flying over to London. Commencing in Land’s End in Cornwall on May 19, the UK portion of the relay was designed so that 95 percent of the population of the United Kingdom, the Isle of Man, Jersey and Guernsey would be a maximum of one hour from the torch route. After seventy days and 15,775 total km, the massive relay touched down in London’s Olympic Stadium on July 27. A truly regal and highly sought-after example of an Olympic torch, and a work of art that earned the Design of the Year Award at London’s Design Museum. Starting Bid $300

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9219. Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics Torch.

Official 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics torch, constructed of aluminum and various polymers, measuring 37.5˝ in length and 5.75˝ at its widest point, developed by a team of designers led by Vladimir Pirozhkov and Andrei Vodyanik. The torch was modeled after the feather of a Firebird or phoenix, which symbolizes good luck or fortune in Russian folklore, and was immortalized in Igor Stravinsky’s eponymous ballet. The torch’s silver color represents winter ice, and the red, the traditional color of Russian sport, denotes the fires kindling in the mountains around the resort. The upper portion bears the Sochi Games logo, with one label near the handle reading “111.” The cover, which features some scuffing, was previously detached to remove the torch’s propane; as a result, the lower seal was cut, the interior adhesive broken, and the cover no longer connects tightly to body. Complete with its original torch relay carrying bag. Accompanied by a custom-made display stand. Starting Bid $200

9220. Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics Torch. Official 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics torch, constructed of a white metal exterior shell with gold-colored metal interior, measuring 27.5” in length and 3.25” at its widest point, designed and manufactured by Young-se Kim, Inno Design / Groupe Hanhwa. At the top, the exterior shell is divided into five vertical branches to form a pentagonal shape, representing the sporting passion and spirit that unites the five Olympic continents (Africa, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia). A colorful raised PyeongChang 2018 emblem decorates the body of the torch, and the handle is printed with golden stars. The white and gold colors used in the design represent the snow and ice of the Winter Games, as well as the Olympic flame, and correspond with the color scheme of the PyeongChang relay. The 700 millimeter length of the torch represents the altitude of PyeongChang, which lies 700 meters above sea level. The torch is specially designed so that the flame can burn continuously despite inclement weather: it generates an air tunnel that sends more oxygen to the flame, and a pentagonal hole at the bottom of the torch allows water to drain. Complete with its drawstring bag and carrying tube. Starting Bid $200 Sports Auction | March 25, 2021 | 111


9088. 1964 Topps Coins Complete Set (164) Starting Bid $200

9089. 1964 Topps Coins Lot of (58) with Koufax, Killebrew, and Robinson Starting Bid $100

9224. Circa 1910 Boston vs Washington Baseball Record with Score Card (Scored) Starting Bid $100

9225. Jackie Robinson (2) Radio Show Reel-to-Reel Tapes Starting Bid $200

9226. Mark Belanger's Game-Used Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9227. Steve Garvey's GameUsed Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9228. Jason Heyward's Game-Used Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9229. Torii Hunter's GameUsed Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9230. Evan Longoria's Game-Used Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9231. Andrew McCutchen's Game-Used Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9232. Jimmy Wynn's GameUsed Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9233. 1973 O-Pee-Chee #564 Mike Thompson Signed Card - PSA Authentic Starting Bid $100

9234. Baseball Hall of Famer (6) Group Lot Starting Bid $200

9235. Baseball Hall of Famers (8) Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9236. Baseball: 2000 World Series Signed Program Starting Bid $200

9237. Baseball: Howard, Long, and Tresh (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200


9238. Charlie Blackmon Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9239. 1963 Boston Red Sox Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9240. Jim Bottomley Signature Starting Bid $200

9241. 1965 Cincinnati Reds Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9242. Roger Clemens (2) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9243. Frank Crosetti Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9244. Kiki Cuyler Signature Starting Bid $200

9245. Cy Young Winners: Clemens, Gooden, and Johnson (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9246. Detroit Tigers: 1951 Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9247. Bill Dickey Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9248. Leo Durocher Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9249. Whitey Ford Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9250. Hank Greenberg Autograph Letter Signed and Signed HOF Card Starting Bid $100

9251. Tony Gwynn Signed Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9252. Rickey Henderson Signed Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200

9253. Tommy Henrich Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100


9254. Carl Hubbell Starting Bid $100

9255. Jim 'Catfish' Hunter Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9256. Reggie Jackson Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9257. Derek Jeter Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9258. Don Larsen Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9259. Tony Lazzeri and 1939 Toronto Maple Leafs Signatures Starting Bid $200

9260. Connie Mack Signature Starting Bid $200

9261. Mickey Mantle and Billy Martin Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200

9262. Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200

9263. Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, and Duke Snider Signed 'Limited Edition' Print Starting Bid $200

9264. Billy Martin Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9265. Bill McKechnie and Johnny Vander Meer Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100

9266. 1967 Minnesota Twins Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9267. Bobby Murcer Signed 9268. LeRoy Neiman Signed Baseball Book Starting Bid $100 Starting Bid $100

9269. NY Pitchers: Cone, Gooden, and Guidry (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200


9270. NY Yankees (3) MultiSigned Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9271. NY Yankees Hitters: Mattingly, Raines, and Winfield (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9272. NY Yankees Managers: Houk and Torre (2) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $100

9273. NY Yankees OldTimers Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9274. NY Yankees OldTimers: Chandler, Chapman, and Crosetti (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9275. NY Yankees OldTimers: Dahlgren, Mapes, and Turner (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9276. NY Yankees OldTimers: Keller, Sewell, and Slaughter (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9277. NY Yankees Pitchers: Bouton and Torrez (2) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9278. NY Yankees Pitchers: Duren, Reynolds, and Shantz (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9279. 1965 New York Yankees Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200

9280. NY Yankees: 1981 Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9281. NY Yankees: 1982 Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9282. NY Yankees: 1991 Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9283. NY Yankees: Abbott, 9284. NY Yankees: MacPhail Dent, Hernandez, and Howe and Wolff (2) Signed (4) Signed Baseballs Baseballs Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200

9285. NY Yankees: Posada, Sabathia, and Teixeira (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200


9286. Old-Time Pitchers: Lemon, Lopat, and Shantz (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200

9287. Pitchers: Hunter, 9288. Phil Rizzuto and Bill 9289. C. C. Sabathia Signed Niekro, Perry, and Turley (4) White (2) Documents Signed Baseball Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200

9290. Johnny Sain (2) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $100

9291. Spec Shea Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100

9292. Al Simmons Signature Starting Bid $200

9293. Zach Wheat Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200

9294. Ted Williams Signature Starting Bid $200

9295. Clark Griffith Signed Contract Starting Bid $300

9296. Johnny Mize Signed Contract Starting Bid $500

9297. Joe Sewell Signed Contract Starting Bid $300

9298. 2015 Denver Broncos Super Bowl 50 Team-Signed Helmet with Peyton Manning Starting Bid $200

9299. Joe Namath Signed Book Starting Bid $100

9300. 1933 Basketball Exhibition Program Original Celtics vs New York Renaissance Starting Bid $200

9301. Larry Bird and Magic Johnson Signed Oversized Photographs Starting Bid $200


9302. Detroit Pistons (1989) Lot of (9) Documents Signed Starting Bid $200

9303. Magic Johnson Signed Books Starting Bid $100

9304. Maurice Podoloff Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200

9305. Max Baer Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200

9306. Don King and Jimmy Young Document Signed Starting Bid $200

9307. Don King and Ron Lyle Document Signed Starting Bid $200

9308. Don King and Scott LeDoux Document Signed Starting Bid $200

9309. Rocky Marciano Signed Compliments Card Starting Bid $200

9310. Randy Turpin Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100

9311. Mike Tyson Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200

9312. Hall of Fame Jockeys Lot of (10) Documents Signed Starting Bid $200

9313. New York 1933 Professional Wrestling Poster Starting Bid $100

9314. Olympic Flag Starting Bid $150

9315. Joe DiMaggio and Spec Shea Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200


Conditions of Sale ANYONE EITHER REGISTERING TO BID OR PLACING A BID (“BIDDER”) ACCEPTS THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND ENTERS INTO A LEGALLY, BINDING, ENFORCEABLE AGREEMENT WITH R&R AUCTION COMPANY OF MASSACHUSETTS, LLC (“RR AUCTION”) TOGETHER WITH BIDDER, THE “PARTIES”). This Agreement contains important provisions that control rights and liabilities, and specifically has provisions governing how disputes are handled as well as LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY that can be imposed upon RR Auction, WAIVER OF JURY and ARBITRATION PROVISIONS. This acknowledgement is a material term of these Conditions of Sale and of the consideration under which RR Auction agrees to these terms. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. The following terms and conditions (“Conditions of Sale”) constitute the sole terms and conditions under which RR Auction will offer for sale and sell the property on its website, and/or described in the catalog of items for auction (the “Catalog”). These Conditions of Sale constitute a binding agreement between the Parties with respect to the auction in which Bidder participates (the “Auction”). By bidding at the Auction, whether in person, through an agent or representative, by telephone, facsimile, online, absentee bid, or by any other form of bid or by any other means, Bidder acknowledges the thorough reading and understanding of all of these Conditions of Sale, all descriptions of items in the Catalog, and all matters incorporated herein by reference, and agrees to be fully bound thereby.

Section 1 The Parties1.1 RR Auction and Auction This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the Catalog or on the www.RRauction.com Internet site. The Auction is conducted under these Conditions of Sale. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed Catalog. 1.2 Bidder Bidder shall mean the original Bidder on the property offered for sale by RR Auction and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein. If Bidder is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to RR Auction prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefits of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal. The rights granted to Bidder under these Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise without the express written assent of RR Auction. Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey these Conditions of Sale or any of the rights herein, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Conditions of Sale, and no third party is intended as a beneficiary of these Conditions of Sale. Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent or legal guardian’s written consent containing an acknowledgment of the Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder. All Bidders must meet RR Auction’s qualifications to bid. Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of RR Auction may be disqualified at RR Auction’s sole option and will not be awarded lots. Such determination may be made by RR Auction in its sole and unlimited discretion, at any time prior to, during, or even after the close of the Auction. RR Auction reserves the right to exclude any person from the Auction. If an entity places a bid, then the person executing the bid on behalf of the entity agrees to personally guarantee payment for any successful bid and agrees to be bound by these Conditions of Sale in addition to company for whom the Bidder is acting By accepting the Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. Section 2 Bidding Privileges 2.1 In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established an account with RR Auction must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply additional information if requested, well in advance of the Auction. Bidders who are not members of RRAuction.com should pre-register before the close of the Auction to allow adequate time to contact references. Privileges will be granted at the sole discretion of RR Auction. Additionally, Bidders who have not previously established credit or who wish to bid in excess of their established credit history may be required to provide a cash deposit prior to RR Auction’s acceptance of a bid. Check writing privileges and immediate delivery of merchandise may also be determined by pre-approval of credit based on a combination of criteria: RRAuction.com history, related industry references, bank verification, a credit bureau report and/or a personal guarantee for a corporate or partnership entity in advance of the Auction venue. 2.2 Bidder providing any false or misleading information provided in connection with the registration shall be a material breach of the Conditions of Sale and in addition to any other remedies at law shall excuse RR Auction from performance under these Conditions of Sale, including the right to any refund.

2.2 Bidding privileges may be revoked without notice, for any reason, at the sole discretion of RR Auction . Section 3 Buyer’s Premium 3.1 The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 25% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots sold in timed and live Auctions. Buyer’s premium for our Sports Auctions is 20%. For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been received by RR Auction, i.e., check or wired funds have fully cleared. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is earlier. Bidder’s failure to pay any payment in full when due required shall constitute a material breach, and in addition to other damages available under contract or law, at RR Auction’s election, RR Auction may cancel the sale and require full premium still be due along with interest at 1.5% per month from the date of breach, or at the maximum legally allowable rate. Section 4 Bidding 4.1 Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s) and independent investigation, rather than the any reliance as to what is represented in the Catalog, online or elsewhere. Bidder affirms that it regards any statements made by RR Auction concerning the item as solely opinion and that Bidder is making its own inspection and independent evaluation of the goods, and is not relying upon any description or statements by RR Auction (including as to quality, authenticity, provenance, ownership, liens existing, on goods legality, or value) in making its determination to bid on or purchase an item. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT UNDER APPLICABLE LAW. 4.2 RR AUCTION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS IN BIDDING. A Bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot and that the bid is the maximum (plus the Buyer’s Premium) that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile, online, and in person) will be present, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and RR Auction has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake. 4.3 All prospective Bidders who examine lots in person prior to the sale shall personally assume all responsibility for any damage they cause in so doing. RR Auction shall have sole discretion in determining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bidder. 4.4 Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder and Bidder has fully satisfied any outstanding financial obligations to RR Auction (including as it concerns aby other lots). RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder. 4.5 It is the Bidder’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in their possession. Bidder assumes any and all risk of loss upon the earlier of shipment to Bidder or in Bidder’s possession. 4.6 Bidder grants to RR Auction or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due by RR Auction, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Bidder in possession or control of RR Auction or from any sums due to Bidder by RR Auction. Bidder further grants RR Auction a lien consisting of a senior security interest (or purchase money security interest to the extent applicable) in such sums or items to the fullest extent applicable, authorizes RR Auction to file documents concerning the interest, and Bidder agrees to execute any further documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued fees and expenses, until the indebtedness is paid. 4.7 By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by a principal, director or officer that they he or she personally and unconditionally guarantees any payment due RR Auction. 4.8 RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders. Section 5 Bidding Options 5.1 Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to in-person, facsimile, phone and mail bids) are treated similarly to floor bids in that they must be on-increment. Any in-person, facsimile, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered Bidder’s high bid. 5.2 When identical bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. RR Auction is not responsible for executing mail bids or facsimile bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is RR Auction responsible for proper execution of bids submitted


by telephone, mail, facsimile, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins. 5.3 In all Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%, or as specified on a per-Auction basis. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of RR Auction. 5.4 RR Auction reserves the right to accept or decline any bid. Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale. All bids are per lot unless otherwise announced. Live auction lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless RR Auction directs otherwise. It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another Bidder to pay less than the fair value for lot(s). For live auctions, RR Auction will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between Bidders. RR Auction will determine the successful Bidder, cancel the sale, or re-offer and resell the lot or lots in dispute. RR Auction will have final discretion to resolve any disputes arising after the sale and in online auctions. If any dispute arises, RR Auction’s sale record is conclusive. Section 6 Payment 6.1 Subject to fulfillment of all of the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, upon the sooner of (1) the passing of title to the offered lot pursuant to these Conditions of Sale, or (2) possession of the offered lot by the Bidder, Bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as RR Auction may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than sixty (60) business days following its sale and, if it is not so removed, RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder. 6.2 Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. RR Auction reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, RR Auction’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay RR Auction its fees (seller’s and Buyer’s Premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot. 6.3 All sales for total invoices greater than $1,000 are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders), and are subject to all reporting requirements. 6.4 All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all payments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) calendar day hold, and ten (10) business days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via e-Check, personal or corporate checks. 6.5 In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment. 6.7 If RR Auction refers any unpaid invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay and shall be liable for RR Auction’s attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction in addition to the invoice amount and interest the greater of 1.5% per month or at the maximum legally allowable rate from date of invoice to collection. If RR Auction assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys. 6.8 RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder (as well as to the extent it is a consignor any other monies owed or due to Bidder) to secure payment of the Auction invoice. RR Auction is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the Bidder then held by RR Auction or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due RR Auction or affiliates from the Bidder. With respect to these lien rights, RR Auction shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale. In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the Bidder waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against RR Auction and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice (the Consignor”). If a Bidder owes RR Auction or its affiliates on any account, RR Auction and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession. 6.9 All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. RR Auction clients with an invoice totaling $1,000 or under will have the option to pay by VISA, Mastercard, Discover or Paypal. All Paypal payments must be sent to FinanceDepartment@rrauction.com. Authorize.net, a third-party service provider contracted by RR Auction for processing on-line payments, charges a nonrefundable service fee of 3%, which will be added to your final invoice should you pay by credit/debit card. Section 7 Sales Tax RR Auction is a remote seller and we are now required to collect Sales/Use Tax from our bidders. The states that we have nexus in we will be required to collect and remit sales

tax on your behalf. Each state has different requirements to meet nexus. When RR Auction has achieved a certain monetary and/or invoice threshold in each state we will apply sales tax to your total invoice. Please go to our terms on our website to see the states that are affected. If we have not achieved nexus in a particular state it is still your responsibility to pay sales tax on your purchases. The sales tax rate is determined by the State, Country, and City where purchases are shipped to. If you decide to pick up your purchases at our New Hampshire location you will not be required to pay sales tax. The State of New Hampshire does not have a general sales and use tax. All purchases picked up at our Massachusetts location will be taxed at the current rate of 6.25%. Pennsylvania sales or use tax may be due in connection with the purchase and delivery of tangible personal property to Pennsylvania individuals and businesses. The purchaser is required to file a use tax return if tax is due in connection with the purchase and delivery in the Commonwealth. This notice is required pursuant to the provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971. 72 P.S. ¤ 7213.2. If you have a resale number please email Sue@RRAuction.com or fax to (603) 732-4288 a copy of your state resale certificate and you will be exempt from paying sales tax. Section 8 Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges Bidder is liable for shipping and handling and providing accurate information as to shipping or delivery locations and arranging for such. RR Auction is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when thirdparty shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that service and handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to a credit card on file with RR Auction. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs. Section 9 Title Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices of Bidder (including those pertaining to the item(s) at issue) and amounts owed to RR Auction are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper. Section 10 Rights Reserved RR Auction reserves the right, at any time before, during or after an auction has ended to: withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, cancel any bid, and/or to postpone the Auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal, cancellation, or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone at any time. Section 11 Conducting the Auction 11.1 RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages. 11.2 RR Auction’s Discretion: RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful Bidder in the event of a dispute between Bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auctions record of final sale shall be conclusive. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale. 11.3 Reserves Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property. RR Auction may, from time to time, bid on items that it does not own. RR Auction may execute bids consecutively or otherwise up to one bid increment below the reserve. 11.4 Off-Site Bidding Bidding by telephone, facsimile, online, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply


with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form. 11.5 Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the Catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 7324280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading). 11.6 Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction. 11.7 Before the Auction: Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment. 11.8 Maximum Bids In All Auctions: To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid. 11.9 Successful Bids: The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or absentee bid is successful, Bidder will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice. 11.10 Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the Consignor. RR Auction has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers. 11.11 Bidding in Timed Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the Auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm EST/EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion. 11.12 Bidding - Internet Live Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.

During live internet or live auction, property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid or bids (successively or otherwise) on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. All auctions for lots are with reserve unless specifically stated otherwise. During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www.liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable.com and www. icollector.com. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third-party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. 11.13 Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a non-sale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, RR Auction reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and Consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement. Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with ”do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available. 11.14 Rules of Construction: RR Auction presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety. Section 12 RR Auction’s Remedies Failure of the Bidder to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of material breach or default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Bidder as damages (the Bidder understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages); (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’s rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting Bidder shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such Bidder is the successful Bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any Bidder failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such Bidder’s obligations to RR Auction, any Bidder’s property in RR Auction’s possession or to which title has not yet passed to Bidder. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Section 13 Warranties 13.1 RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold ”as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchantability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Bidder acquires rights in copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) related to the item, or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title. 13.2 All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited


to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the Catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the Auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices. 13.3 Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly. 13.4 All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “AC”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The AC inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the AC and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. Section 14 Firearms RR Auction complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm. Section 15 Unauthorized Statements Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a registration form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed Bidder and by an authorized officer of RR Auction by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction. Section 16 Bidder’s Remedies 16.1 Except as stated expressly herein, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy related to or pertaining to items it bids upon, views, or purchases from RR Auction, and any claims by Bidder related to authenticity, ownership, condition, title or value, shall be against Consignor only. 16.2 This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, officers, managers, employees or agents), or in any way arising out of, related to, or in connection with these Conditions of Sale, , and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. Time is of the essence with respect to these procedures. 16.3 Title to Items The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit. In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, satisfactory to the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction may make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the Consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Bidder within thirty days after such demand (if any made), RR Auction may disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and may assign to Bidder all or some of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and/or assignment, all responsibility and liability of RR Auction, if any, with respect to said lot or item shall automatically terminate related to or arising from these Conditions of Sale or such transaction operating as a complete waiver and general release by Bidder as to RR Auction and its agents, contractors, and affiliates, as to any and all claims concerning or related to the item, if any . RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction by Consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances. 16.4 Authenticity Challenge Process (1) If Bidder wishes to dispute or challenge the Authenticity of the lot or item (including

asserting that it is incorrect), Bidder must adhere to the following procedure: Within 30 days of the Auction Date, Bidder must present written evidence to RR Auction, that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field (and one recognized by RR Auction within its discretion) and send the physical item or lot at issue to RR Auction along with all evidence relied upon by Bidder for contesting the Authenticity. (“Authenticity Challenge Process”) “Authenticity” shall mean a gross discrepancy in the between the description, genuiness, or attribution of the item as represented by RR Auction in the Catalog or at the auction, and the item. If RR Auction concurs that the lot is not Authentic as was represented (it is sole discretion), Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, agents, employees, and contractors) shall be a refund of the purchase price of the subject item paid by Bidder, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable by Bidder. If RR Auction does not agree with the assertion by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Strict adherence to the Authenticity Challenge Process is a condition of standing for Bidder to initiate suit or claim. (2) So long as Bidder has complied with the Authenticity Challenge Process, any claim, suit or action, by Bidder concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity, or related to the authenticity of the item must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Auction Date and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale. 16.5 Other Issues. Any dispute or claim by Bidder against RR Auction (or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors)) other than Authenticity, concerning any item or lot bid upon, or purchased, including value, title, condition, bidding process, or description must be asserted (if at all) in the following manner: (1) If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially or grossly incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), or there is any other gross material issue pertaining to the item or lot, the item or lot may be returned if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the Auction Date with explanation in writing.. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and a certificate of auction, then the description in the certificate of auction (“Lot Challenge Process”). This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction within the period of time stated herein or not materially or grossly in deviation from the description. Such a refund is subject to RR Auction’s sole discretionary review, and any request for refund must be made concurrently with returning the physical item or lot to RR Auction. Any item not returned within said frame will constitute acceptance of the item and a waiver and release of any and all claims by Bidder pertaining to the item other than with respect to authenticity; and (2) Provided that the Bidder has engaged in the Lot Challenge Process, any claim concerning such must be brought no later than one (1) year of the Auction Date for the item or lot at issue and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED OR PROVIDED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND BIDDERS OR AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SUCH SHALL BE A COMPLETE DEFENSE TO ANY CLAIMS BY BIDDER RELATED TO THE CONDITIONS OF SALE, ANY AUCTION OR BID. 16.6 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. For any and all claims by Bidder arising out of or related to this Agreement, Bidder’s viewing, bid, or purchase of items, or any agreement between the Parties, or otherwise, Bidder agrees that to the fullest extent such can be limited under the law, Bidder shall have no right to recover and hereby waives any and all rights to recover from against RR Auction or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors, consequential or indirect damages, lost profits damages, punitive, exemplary, statutory (or multiplier damages), physical or emotional distress damages, general or special damages of any kind (beyond amounts actually paid by Bidder for item(s) at issue), and in the event of recovery of any damages whatsoever, such shall be limited by the amounts actually paid by Bidder to RR Auction for the item(s) at issue in such claim, or if no money was paid to RR Auction by Bidder for items at issue, or there items are at issue, the amount of $150.00. Section 17 RR Auction’s Additional Services For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice, RR Auction will include an administration charge. Section 18 Headings Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Section 19 Entire Agreement


Except to the extent Bidder is also a consignor (in which case the terms of the consignment agreement shall also govern), these Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the Parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the auction Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties. If any section of these Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court or arbitrator of competent jurisdiction, the remaining parts of the agreement and remainder of the sections or terms and provisions of the section and all sections shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. Section 20 Governing Law and Enforcement 20.1 The Parties agree that all agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the Auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. 20.2 The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, any other related agreement(s), along with all claims between the Parties, including those arising out of or related to such are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute between the Parties, including but not limited to those related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the ”Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”) The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA in Boston, Massachusetts, unless the Consumer Arbitration Rules apply, in which case, such rules and venue will govern. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall also recover all of its related fees and costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, if RR Auction prevails, such recovery, in addition to all remedies available at agreement or law, shall include the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. Federal arbitration law, including the Federal Arbitration Act apply to this agreement to arbitrate and its related provisions. The arbitration and all related proceedings shall be held strictly confidential and all documents and discovery shall be held confidential and not used, published or disclosed publically or to anyone outside the Parties or expert consultants or counsel who shall agree to hold such confidential. 20.3 The Parties consent to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as exclusive jurisdiction and venue for all claims between the Parties except as provided specifically herein and may seek confirmation of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in any Court of competent jurisdiction, including the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. To the extent such is necessary under the law, RR Auction may enforce the Arbitration award against Bidder and any related Party in any court of competent jurisdiction. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as RR Auction consenting to jurisdiction or venue in any location outside of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. THE PARTIES MAY NOT BRING CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OTHER AS A CLASS OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY CLAIMED CLASS, OR IN A REPRESENTATIVE ACTION UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED. UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED, THE CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OF THE OTHER CANNOT BE CONSOLIDATED OR JOINED WITH MORE THAN ONE ADDITIONAL PERSON OR ENTITIES’ CLAIMS. NO INJUNCTIVE OR DECLATORY RELIEF SOUGHT BY BIDDER IF ANY, CAN AFFECT OR BE ORDERED TO AFFECT ANY OTHER BIDDERS OR PERSONS. 20.4 Except as provided specifically in these Conditions of Sale in Bidder’s Remedies against RR Auction (along with its affiliates, directors, agents, officers, employees, and contractors) for any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other related agreement(s), brought by Bidder must be brought within the earlier of the Auction Date as it pertains to the item(s) at issue or no later than one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances occurred giving rise to the alleged claim, without exception. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute bar to and release of any claims by Bidder initiated after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale. 20.5 To the fullest extent under applicable law and except as specifically stated herein Bidder hereby holds harmless, releases and discharges RR Auction and its agents, officer’s directors, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, liabilities, obligations, promises, agreements, damages, causes of action, suits, demands, losses, debts, and expenses of any nature whatsoever, known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected existing prior to these Conditions of Sale. Bidder agrees to the Conditions of Sale and upon each instance that Bidder participates in any auction, bids, or otherwise agrees to such terms and reaffirms this release as of the date of so participating or agreeing unless Bidder otherwise provides clear written notice to RR Auction prior to so bidding. 20.6 The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclu-

sive evidence of the Parties agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. 20.7 Liquidated Damages for Specific Breaches In the event that Bidder provides false information in connection with registering for bidding, fails to correct or update information or breaches the Conditions of Sale by failing to pay the purchase price when due after becoming the winning bidder, as liquidated damages associated with such breaches, R&R may obtain from Bidder the greater of (1) 150% the reserve of the item (if any); (2) the amount bidder bid; or (3), the full amount that bidder would have otherwise paid. Bidder will also be liable for an additional 20% of such amount to account for additional administrative costs, shipping, additional advertising, and other damages and liabilities fees that are difficult to calculate on an item-by-item basis. 20.8 Indemnity. Bidder agrees to defend, indemnify, hold harmless RR Auction (along with its officers, directors, agents, contractors, and affiliates) from and against any and all claims, costs, fees, damages, and liabilities arising out of or related to these Conditions of Sale, view of items, or lots, bidding, or participation in any auction by RR Auction, and/ or or in any way connected to any item you viewed, bid upon or purchased through RR Auction. Section 21: State-by-State Law Issues This Auction is being conducted in and the sale shall take place in the State of Massachusetts. Notwithstanding, the foregoing, should these terms and conditions violate the law of any State should that state’s law be found to govern, or any provision herein determined to be invalid, the clause itself and the remainder of the Agreement shall be valid to the fullest extent allowed. Also, to the extent other states law apply to any transaction arising out of the Agreement (without admitting such), RR Auction states: For Residents of California: SALE OF AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLES: AS REQUIRED BY LAW, A DEALER WHO SELLS TO A CONSUMER ANY COLLECTIBLE DESCRIBED AS BEING AUTOGRAPHED MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN EXPRESS WARRANTY AT THE TIME OF SALE. THIS DEALER MAY BE SURETY BONDED OR OTHERWISE INSURED TO ENSURE THE AUTHENTICITY OF ANY AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLE SOLD BY THIS DEALER. A written express warranty is provided with each autographed collectible, as required by law. This dealer may be surety bonded or otherwise insured to ensure the authenticity of any autographed collectible sold by this dealer.

Section 22 Glossary of Condition terms Information provided to prospective Bidders with respect of any lot, including any pre-sale estimate, whether written or oral, and information in any catalogue, condition or other report, commentary or valuation, is not a representation of fact but rather a statement of opinion held by RR Auction. Use of the following terms constitutes an opinion as follows: VERY FINE describes an item believed to be in virtually flawless condition, and is used sparingly for items of exceptionally attractive appearance. FINE is the most common statement of condition, and applies to most items that we offer. It describes items that we believe to show expected handling wear, generally acceptable random flaws (such as light creases, small bends, etc.), and an overall appearance that is pleasing to the majority of collectors. VERY GOOD describes an item that we believe exhibits more moderate flaws (such as toning, light staining, professional reinforcements or repairs, etc.). Most collectors would be comfortable with items in very good condition, and this would be the expected condition for many formats (early presidential documents, for example). GOOD describes an item which we believe to have obvious visible flaws, including heavy wear, missing portions, or repairs that affect appearance; generally items in this condition are offered only if an item is otherwise believed to be exceedingly rare or important. Bidder may call and request further details and information about RR Auction’s opinions concerning any item via phone or email which shall provided in RR Auction’s discretion. Certificate of Auction, Certificate of Authenticity and Goods Acquired: Bidder warrants that Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall not purposely deface, destroy, dismember, cut-up into parts the item or Lot purchased at auction from RR Auction and in the event such shall occur whether purposefully or accidently, Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall refrain from advertising, promoting, or marketing the item as having been purchased from RR Auction and shall in no event display, expressly claim, or imply that the item was certified or auctioned in such state by RR Auction. As liquidated damages for such breach, Bidder agrees to be liable to RR Auction for the greater of the amount of three (3) times the hammer price of the item along with all other fees and costs as otherwise provided in this Terms of Sale.


Since 1976

Let’s make history—together For over 40 years, relationships have been the backbone of RR Auction. We have made it a priority to keep our consignors informed and involved, encouraging them to share their voices, to instill their knowledge, and to forge a partnership based on our shared passion for history. With a mutual desire to achieve greatness, these relationships are at the heart of our success.

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