1959 Philadelphia Warriors (vs. Boston Celtics) Program Signed by Wilt Chamberlain (Rookie Season) and Sam Jones - JSA

Sold For:

$750

Year:

1959

Auction:

2023 Summer

Lot #:

2542

Category:

Basketball Cards or Memorabilia

Philadelphia Warriors program issued for a game against the Boston Celtics at the Philadelphia Civic Center on November 26, 1959. This program is signed on the cover by Hall of Famers Wilt Chamberlain and Sam Jones. Both signatures are written in graphite pencil. It is interesting to note that our consignor attended this game and acquired both autographs at the time. The program also includes a brief story about Wilt Chamberlain, who at the time was a rookie taking the league by storm as a member of the Warriors. The Warriors defeated the Celtics 143-130 behind Chamberlain's 49 points. The program (7-3/4 x 10-5/8 inches) has light to moderate creasing. In Very Good condition overall. Full LOA from James Spence/JSA. Opening Bid $300.