1939 Eddie Collins Signed First-Day Cover (PSA/DNA)

Sold For:

$711

Year:

1939

Auction:

2014 Spring

Lot #:

920

Category:

Autographed Baseballs/Flats/Photos

1939 Baseball Hall of Fame first-day cover signed in black fountain pen (grading "9") by Eddie Collins. Encapsulated by PSA/DNA, which has certified the signature as "Authentic." The envelope bears a "Jun 12, 1939, Cooperstown N.Y." postmark and four three-cent Baseball Centennial stamps. Collins was one of the eleven living players inducted into the Hall of Fame at the 1939 dedication ceremonies. The envelope (6.5 x 3.5 inches) has been addressed and mailed; otherwise in Excellent condition overall. LOA from James Spence/JSA. Reserve $200. Estimate $400+. SOLD FOR $711