1951 New York Giants National League Champions Team-Signed Ball

Sold For:

$720

Year:

1951

Auction:

2017 Fall

Lot #:

1596

Category:

Autographed Baseballs/Flats/Photos

Official National League (Frick) ball signed in black ink by 24 members of the 1951 National League Champion New York Giants, including Mays, Irvin, Maglie, Thomson, Dark, Mueller, Thompson, Spencer, Hartung, Rigney, Stanky, Lockman (sweet spot), Jansen, Noble, and Gettel. The signature of Leo Durocher on the sweet spot is a stamped facsimile (common practice at the time for the Giants). The year, “51,” is written in blue ink on the sweet spot. Signatures range from “4” to “7,” averaging “5/6.” There is a nail hole on the ball label and light toning is displayed throughout. In Very Good to Excellent condition overall. Full LOA from PSA/DNA. Auction LOA from James Spence/JSA. Pre-certified by Steve Grad and Brian Sobrero/Beckett Authentication and SGC Authentic. Reserve $200. Estimate $400+.