1981 Mickey Mantle Endorsed New York Yankees Payroll Check - PSA/DNA

Sold For:

$5,280

Year:

1981

Auction:

2022 Spring

Lot #:

2395

Category:

Autographed Baseballs/Flats/Photos

New York Yankees payroll check dated March 3, 1981, and issued to Hall of Fame outfielder Mickey Mantle, who has endorsed it on the reverse. PSA/DNA has encapsulated the check and certified the signature as "Authentic." The check, drawn on the Chemical Bank of New York, is made out to “M. Mantle” in the amount of $512.00 and has been signed in black ink along the base by a Yankees executive. Endorsed by “Mickey Mantle” in blue ink on the reverse. The words “Road Account” are printed on the front of the check. Though the reason for the check is not specified, it is most likely related to either Mantle’s services as a part-time coach during spring training or a public-relations appearance. While there are a small number of Mantle signed checks in the hobby, we have seen fewer than ten endorsed New York Yankees payroll checks, making this both a rare and highly desirable item. The check (8.5 x 3.25 inches) has normal bank cancellation stamps, three vertical folds, and a few light creases. In Very Good to Excellent condition overall. Reserve $300.