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1968 Thurman Munson Autograph Program From FIRST PROFESSIONAL GAME Signed JSA!!!

$ 6863.47

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Original/Reprint: Original
  • Modified Item: No
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Product: Program
  • Player: Thurman Munson
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Sport: Baseball-MLB
  • Team: New York Yankees
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Condition: Holy Grail of Munson Autographs in MINT condition - HUGE Signature
  • Autograph Authentication: James Spence (JSA)
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller

    Description

    DESCRIPTION
    I have decided to part ways with my families most treasured possessions.  These items have been in the family for multiple generations.  All are authentic and certified.   This is an incredible group of historical items so please check out our other auctions!
    First and foremost, look at the size and quality of the Thurman Munson autograph, it is huge and pristine, in beautiful blue sharpie.
    What you have here is the Holy Grail of Munson autographs.  It is from his first professional game on June 17th, 1968 with the Binghamton Triplets against the Elmira Pioneers.  This autograph was obtained after the game in the parking lot by my uncle.  He saw a player loading his gear into his car and thought that was strange, as the other players were on the bus.  He went up to him and asked why he was not with the other players.  Mr. Munson responded that he just joined the team that day and had to catch up to them.
    This is a great story, but you may ask, how can I prove it.  Well, here you go.  In the program, there are rosters listed from both teams.  On the Triplets, you will see Munson listed as well as the Coach - Cloyd Boyer.  Mr. Boyer only coached the Triplets until June 27th!!  Munson signed his contract on June 13th and his first game was on the 17th.  I have also included a photo of the schedule - you will see that the Triplets only played the Pioneers on June 17th and 19th while Boyer was the Coach.  So there you go, a true Munson autograph from his first Professional game in the Yankees organization. There are 18 total autographs on the program, with many other MLB players, and these all work together to prove the history of the item.  The program in itself is in solid condition.  There is writing on the back and the player rosters.  Also, one of the corners or an interior page is torn off (the ad was torn out).  Very normal wear and tear for that time period.
    All in all, you will never see an item like this again, let alone with the amazing quality of the Munson signature.  I am open to reasonable offers on the program.  Comes with Certification letter from JSA.  Mr. Spence personally said that this is one of the most amazing items he has ever seen.  I considered sending it to PSA as well to get the autograph graded, but it speaks for itself and would grade an easy 9 if not 10.
    I have included high resolution pictures of all angles, with and without flash, so please judge for yourself.  It is truly a piece of baseball history.
    If you have any questions I will be happy to answer them.
    PAYMENT
    I will accept Paypal or Check (will not ship until clears)
    SHIPPING
    Shipping is   to anywhere in the United States and will be sent REGISTERED MAIL, INSURED.  Items will be shipped within 24 hours of cleared payment.
    If you are out of the U.S and would like to bid, please contact me for shipping information.
    PLEASE BID WITH CONFIDENCE AS I HAVE 100% FEEDBACK AND A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE FOR ALL NON-GRADED CARDS!!!
    THANK YOU FOR BIDDING AND GOOD LUCK!!!!