Sports Cards & Memorabilia Auction
Lot 1229:
Description
Super cool vintage “Chicago” themed autographed Official 16″ Clincher double header softball showcasing (19) signatures from all four Chicago Sports Teams along with some announcers and radio personalities. Features a JSA Letter of Authenticity. 16″ softball or “Chicago Ball” as it is known as, has been a loved Chicago tradition that is played with no gloves and has its own Chicago Softball Hall of Fame. Autographs specifically include Cubs favorite Harry Caray, The Cuban Comet Minnie Minoso, Bulls Player and Coach Jerry Sloan, famed Blackhawks announcer Jim West, 69-84 Blackhawks famed goalie Tony Esposito, ’72-’82 Blackhawks John Marks, Bears legend Dick Butkus, 48-55 Bears George Connor , 68-78 Bulls Center Tom Boerwinkle, Bears DB Bill Knox, 72-77 Cubs Outfielder Jose Cardenal, Chicago Announcer Vince Llyod, Radio personality Roy Leonard along with a handful other autographs. Softball is in very good overall condition and shows minimal wear and is hard; autographs appear to have been “preserved” with clear tape. Supercool piece of Chicago History; pass da sausage, peppers and Gonnella bread !!! As we say find another, a true conversation piece!! Fantastic gift idea, perfect addition to your collection. Please use photos to judge condition and bid accordingly.
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