Mar 31, 2001, The B. H. Manuscript/Collectible/Philatelic Sale, Sale 9
Lot 645
1882 Baseball Trade
Cards. Lot of four color chromolithographed baseball trade cards,
published by Cosack and Company, Buffalo, New York, 1882. The 3 ½ x
5½" cards each show a different position: Pitcher, Batsman, Left
Fielder and 1st Baseman. Mounting traces on verso of all cards, very minor
toning. In very good condition.
These colorful cards, with their
action packed depictions of early baseballers, are a rare reminder of the
beginning of America's favorite pastime.
Estimated Value $500-700.
Lot 646
1941 Brooklyn Dodgers.
Eighteen signatures from the 1941 Brooklyn Dodgers, presented on three
white 3 x 5" cards taped to a black background. All signatures are in
pencil. Highlights include: Dolph Camilli (home run leader in 1941
and MVP), Pee Wee Reese, Newell Kimball, Hugh Casey, Billy Herman, Augie
Galan, Kirby Higbie, Dixie Walker and Peter Reiser. Some age
toning, and tape at top and bottom of each card. Overall, very good
condition.
Reportedly collected by a young fan after school, this is
a great memento of the team that won the 1941 National League Pennant.
Estimated Value $400-500.
Lot 647
1954 New York Yankees
Signed Autograph Book. 1954 Autograph book includes the signatures of
over 40 ballplayers and members of the Yankee organization, including:
Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, Allie Reynolds, Bob Grim, Del Webb, Hank
Bauer, Casey Stengel, Mel Allen, and Bill Dickey. Most signed in
ink. In very good to excellent condition overall. A few missing pages, but
signatures are clean.
Estimated Value $750-1,000.
Lot 648
Baseball Stars
Including Hall of Famers. Lot of 14 signatures from great names in
baseball, each on a single sheet. Including: Cal Hubbard, Sandy Koufax,
Pee Wee Reese, Carl Hubbell, Red Faber and Nolan Ryan. Twelve
signatures appear on white cards, Rick Reuschel signed the back of
his baseball card and Don Zimmer signed a black and white photograph
of himself. Conditions range from very good to fine.
Estimated Value
$250-350.
Lot 649
Campanella, Roy.
Signature ("Roy Campanella"). One page, 5¼ x 3½",
n.p., n.d. Inscribed "Best Wishes to Jim" in black ink on heavy
white card stock. Notation on verso, otherwise, fine condition.
Estimated Value $250-300.
Lot 650
Di Maggio, Joe
(1914-1999). American baseball icon. As a gifted slugger and
outfielder, Joltin' Joe DiMaggio's natural talent lead the New York Yankees
to 10 pennants and nine World Series Championships. Inducted into the
Baseball Hall of Fame in 1955.
Signed Ball ("Joe DiMaggio",
"Monte Irvin", and "Willie Mays"). 1951 Official League J.
DeBeer and Son baseball signed on the sweet spot by DiMaggio. Also signed
by Monte Irvin and Willie Mays. All sign in black ink. Likely
signed in 1951 during the World Series. In Near Mint condition.
Estimated Value $400-UP.
Lot 651
[Lou Gehrig].
Bleacher Ticket to the Lou Gehrig Memorial, July 4, 1941.
3¼ x 2½, printed in black and white on card stock, with ticket
number and bleacher seat price in red. Age toning, minor fading, edges show
minor wear. Overall, very good condition.
One of the most revered
figures in baseball history, the "Iron Horse" is remembered both for his
accomplishments and the sad story of his demise. The outpouring of
affection when Gehrig's illness was announced in 1939, and the sorrow at
his death in June of 1941 were a mark of the connection between this great
player and his fans. This is a great opportunity for the baseball
collector.
Estimated Value $300-400.
Lot 652
Mantle, Mickey
(1931-1995). Baseball legend named after catcher Mickey Cochrane.
Despite chronic injuries, this talented switch hitter was the American
League MVP three times and won the Triple Crown in 1956. Mantle was
inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974, five years after his
retirement.
Signed Ball ("Mickey Mantle"). Single signed
ball on an Official American League Bobby Brown presentation ball. Signed
on the sweet spot. In Mint condition.
Estimated Value $400-500.
Attained by the consignor from Mantle in 1994.
Lot 653
Mantle, Mickey.
Signed Photo ("Mickey Mantle No 7"). Black and white, 11 x 14",
n.p., n.d. Signed in black ink. Framed to an overall size of 20-1/4 x
17-1/4". In very good condition.
Here Mantle signs a photo of
himself pictured with team mates Roger Maris, and Yogi Berra from 1961.
Estimated Value $400-500.
Personally acquired from Mantle in
1994.
Lot 654
Spalding Ball/Strike
Counter. White celluloid ball and strike counter with Spalding logo on
verso. Marked on front "Pat'd May 28, 1878" and "Pat'd Oct. 12, 1886," the
Spalding trademark is centered on the reverse. Minor yellowing, one spot on
the reverse, one on the bottom edge. Obviously used, but very good
condition.
A fairly early Spalding trademark, and signs of use, make
this a lovely piece for the baseball collector.
Estimated Value
$400-500.
Lot 655
Speaker, Tris
(1888-1958) Greatest centerfielder in baseball history, his records for
assists and doubles by an outfielder still stand. Elected to the Baseball
Hall of Fame in 1937.
Document Signed ("Tris Speaker").
Printed. Two pages, quarto, Kansas City, October 31, 1933. Some age toning
at edges, one small corner crease. Fine condition.
Tris Speaker
signs as one of the members of the Board of Directors of the Kansas City
Baseball Club, Inc (presumably the Kansas City AA Blues). The minutes of
their annual meeting, this report is also signed by the newly elected
President of the Board of Directors, John G. Kling. Is this John Kling, the
Chicago pitcher (born and raised in Kansas City) who led the Cubs to the
World Series in 1909? Both men continued to be active in baseball after
their playing days -- this would be an interesting piece for further
research.
Estimated Value $500-600.
Lot 656
The Early Days of
Baseball. Black and white photograph, 3 x 4", n.p., n.d. Mounted on a
decorative octagonal mat to an overall size of 5¼ x 7¼".
Significant yellowing at edges, two tiny chips at bottom edge. In good
condition.
The quilted knickers and laced up jerseys (with
"Athletics" emblazoned across the chest) of these two ball players brings
to mind games ending at sundown and "Casey at the Bat".
Estimated Value
$300-400.
Lot 657
Two Early Baseball
Teams. Lot of two photographs of early baseball teams. 1. Sepia toned,
7¾ x 4¾", n.p., n.d. On cardboard backing. Verso has penciled
identification of players and mounting residue. One corner has tape repair
on the verso, scratches in plate visible in print, minor foxing. Good
condition. 2. Black and white, 7¾ x 5¾", [Cuyahoga Falls,
Ohio], n.d. Photograph mounted on dark backing. Minor foxing and toning,
½" tear to right edge of photograph, minor chips in plate visible.
Very good condition.
Two appealing pictures of local teams, the
first most likely taken near the turn of the century and the other in the
late 1910s or 1920s. In the first photograph, the men appear in work
clothes rather than uniform, but their equipment is laid proudly before
them, with a Model C. Spalding bat clearly identifiable. The second
photograph shows a uniformed team and coach posed in front of an outfield
wall. Two great reminders of the popularity of baseball through the last
century and a half.
Estimated Value $150-250.