RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents and Autographs

Vintage ink signature, “Ty Cobb,” on an off-white slip. Matted and framed with a photo of Cobb swinging his bat to an overall size of 12.25 x 14.5. In

ALS signed “T. R. Cobb,” three pages on two sheets, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, December 6, 1948. Letter to Helene Champlain. In full: “It seem

Personal check, 8 x 3, filled out and signed by Cobb, “Tyrus R. Cobb,” payable to California Water Service Co. for $11.66, February 15, 1958. A vertic

American boxer (1866–1933) who was the first gloved heavyweight boxing champion of the world from 1892 to 1897. Vintage ink signature, “Yours truly, J

Italian automotive magnate (1898–1988) whose sports cars are prized the world over as both a classic example of industrial design and an iconic status

Original program from the 1936 World Series between the Yankees and Giants, 9 x 11, signed on the back cover in pencil by 16 players and executives. S

Ballpoint signature, “Rogers Hornsby 1956,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2.5 card. In fine condition.

Signed book: The Walter Hagen Story. First edition, first printing. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1956. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 342 page...

Vintage pencil signature, “Jack Johnson,” on a light green 5.25 x 4.5 album page with a collector’s caption affixed to lower right. Encapsulated in a

Used golf scorecard [circa 1930s] from the Valley Golf Club in New Jersey, signed in pencil “Robt T. Jones, Jr.,” and scored by Jones, Three other not

Signed book: Golf Is My Game. First edition. NY: Doubleday, 1960. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.5, 255 pages. Signed on the second free end page

Ballpoint signature, “Larry Lajoie 9-14-51,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3.25 government postcard with typed notation to the upper left. A uniform shade of

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Sonny Liston,” on an off-white album page. Matted with a glossy photo of Liston in his prime to an overall size of 16 x

Green Bay Packers, Inc. business check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Lombardi, “Vincent Lombardi,” payable to assistant coach

Rinkeydinks Souvenir Journal for the Joe Louis Dinner Dance, held on November 28, 1971, at the Americana Hotel in New York City, 8.5 x 11.25, honoring

Once a catcher, but made his mark as a manager. After a stint at the helm of Pittsburgh, he assumed control of the Philadelphia Athletics in 1901 and

Program from a testimonial dinner to Thomas Yawkey and Eddie Collins, held at the Copley Plaza Hotel in Boston on May 2, 1934, 8.5 x 11.25. Signed ins

Photocopy of a 7.75 x 9.75 press photo of Maris and Jack Bergamo, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Roger Maris.” In fine condition, with two ho

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 7.25, Chock Full o’ Nuts letterhead, July 12, 1962. Robinson’s RSVP to writer Letty Cottin. In full: “Many thanks for your invita

Program for the Philharmonic Hall at Lincoln Center, 8 x 11, 38 pages, February 1972, signed on a page inside by baseball Hall of Famer Jackie Robinso

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 18, 1968. Robinson writes Irene Walbrook of the Bronx regarding his troubled son. In full: “You

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, October 16, 1940. Unissued 1940 World’s Fair Academy of Sport attendance certificate, which reads, in part: “This is to Certif

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 International News photo of Ruth at the plate in his Yankees road uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to journalist Ar

Official Spalding Babe Ruth Home Run Special League baseball signed in blue fountain pen on the sweet spot. In fine, clean condition, with a bit of li

Ink signature, “Tris Speaker,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with mild uniform toning and a water spot above the signature.

Renowned athletic coach (1862–1965) whose versatile skills earned him places in both the College Football Hall of Fame and the Basketball Hall of Fame

TLS, one page, 7 x 9.5, personal letterhead, January 31, 1938. Letter reads, in full: “In answer to your letter of January 18th, I regret I was unable

Famed American tennis player (1893–1953) whose major tournament victories number in the dozens (including six consecutive years as U.S. Singles Champi

Ballpoint signature, “Pie Traynor,” on a lightly-lined yellow 4 x 3 lightly-lined slip, also signed by Bill Terry and Sid Gordon. In fine condition.

Hockey Hall of Famer (1907-1993) who was the NHL’s first Rookie of the Year. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 6 x 9, December 27, 1983. A letter to a fan

Fountain pen signature, “Honus Wagner,” on an unused off-white 5.5 x 3.25 government postcard. Scattered soiling and impressions and light creasing to

Ballpoint signature, “Cy Young,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning and a couple light creases, none affect

Two pairs of yellow, purple, and white Los Angeles Lakers Basketball shorts, each signed in black felt tip on the front. In fine condition. One pair i

Detroit Red Wings icon and NHL Hall of Famer (1918–2000). Five red felt tip signatures on individual off-white 5 x 3 cards; and four identical satin-f

Detroit Red Wings icon and NHL Hall of Famer (1918–2000). Twelve official NHL Detroit Red Wings hockey pucks, each signed on the logo side in gold ink

Intimidating color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Ali, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Limited edition color roster sheet, 8.5 x 11, #190/500, for the Mighty Duck’s inaugural game on October 8, 1993, signed in black felt tip by all 25 op

Two identical glossy 8 x 10 photos of Appling in the field, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with light scattered creases and a corner tip

Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Rich Ashburn,” adding “50 Whiz Kids,” to the adjoining side pa

Ballpoint signature, “Dave Bancroft,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition.

Historic satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Bannister crossing the tape after breaking the four-minute mile, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Bank check, 7.75 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Barrow, “E. G. Barrow,” payable to Collector Internal Revenue for $750.00, June 12, 1951, with “Feb.

Thirty Gateway commemorative covers, each with a color silk cachet, each signed in ballpoint or felt tip by the respective baseball player honored on

Ink and felt tip signatures of 13 former players on an off-white 6 x 4 card. Signers include: Joe Sewell, Earl Averill, Johnny Mize, Enos Slaughter, H

Signed book: Who’s Who in Professional Baseball. NY: Arlington House, 1973. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 919 pages. Signed inside by over 10

Rawlings Official League baseball with National Car Rental Baseball Legends Golf Scramble logo, signed in black ballpoint and felt tip by twelve baseb

Vintage official Reach American League baseball signed in blue ballpoint by 20 greats. Signers include: Al Lopez, Charles O. Finley, Ernie Banks, Bill

Eight gold Hall of Fame plaque cards signed in blue felt tip by the respective Hall of Famer. Signers are: Rick Ferrell, Bob Lemon, Al Barlick, Lou Bo

Ink and felt tip signatures of 12 Hall of Famers on an off-white 6 x 4 lined card. Signers are: Stan Musial, Wm. H. (Bill) Terry, George Kelly, Doc Me

Fifteen ink and ballpoint signatures of Baseball Hall of Famers on 5 x 3 cards. Signers are: Arky Vaughan, Bill McKechnie, Lloyd Waner, Goose Goslin,

Four achievement sheets, 8 x 10, featuring a photo of the respective player and a summary of his career, each signed in black felt tip and certified b

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of a Ron Lewis print of the members of the 500 Home Run Club, signed in blue felt tip by Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, Harmon

Ink and felt tip signatures of of 31 former players of the AAGPBL on individual white cards. Signers include: Norma Berger, Lillian Luckey, Helene Mac

Rawlings Official League baseball signed in blue ballpoint by over 30 Negro League players, including Charles Wells, Willie Sheelor, Ira McKnight, Sup

Eleven items: five photos of various sizes and finishes signed in ink and felt tip by Mike Krzyzewski, Pat Summitt (2), Howard G. Cann, and Ed Krause;

Color satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of the 1968 NBA Eastern Conference All-Stars, signed in black felt tip by each player pictured. Signers are: Oscar Ro

Member of 10 Stanley cup teams and recognized as one of the greatest players in hockey history. Twenty-eight color glossy 8 x 10 photos of Beliveau on

Commemorative limited edition Adirondack Brooklyn Dodgers baseball bat celebrating their 1955 World Series championship, numbered #165/1955, signed in

Three items: one Penn tennis ball signed in blue felt tip by Budge; one glossy 8 x 10 photo of Budge on the tennis court, signed with a lengthy inscri

Vintage fountain pen in-person signature, “Georges Carpentier,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with some mild toning.

Satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of Chamberlain and Russell battling on the old Boston Garden court, signed in blue felt tip, “Bill Russell 720,” and “Wilt

Three items: one vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Chandler as governor of Kentucky, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Every good wish, Curtis, Albe

Twelve items consisting of signatures, ALSs, and TLSs, on various size slips and sheets, each signed by a different college coach. Signers are: Robert

Outfielder (1945–1990) who was hit in the face by a pitch in 1967, causing a severe eye injury and derailing his career. Promotional 8 x 10 paperstock

Both Delvecchio and Lindsay are considered Detroit Red Wing icons and are NHL HOFs. Twenty color glossy photos of Delvecchio on the ice for Detroit, e

Sixty-five uniform numbers: 59 ‘1s,’ 34 white and 25 red, each signed in blue felt tip by Alex Delvecchio; and six ‘7s,’ each signed in felt tip by Te

Two hockey jerseys: one CCM Detroit Red Wings and one SP Hockey Hall of Fame, each signed on the front in felt tip, “Al Delvecchio #10, 12–18–05.” In

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 full-length photo of Dempsey throwing an uppercut, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To a Regular Fellow, Howard Deigh

Glossy 14 x 11 photo of DiMaggio and Mantle posing together with their bats on their shoulders prior to a game at Yankee Stadium, signed in blue felt

Spectacular satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of DiMaggio following his hit at the plate, signed in blue felt tip. Matted and framed to an overall size of 26

Gold Hall of Fame plaque card signed across the top in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Color limited edition 25 x 32 print titled Yankee Legends, numbered 700/1941, signed in blue felt tip. Rolled and in very good condition, with scatter

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the Yankee Clipper, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Official New Era Diamond Collection fitted New York Yankees baseball cap signed in silver ink on the brim. In fine condition. DiMaggio signed hats are

Vintage hardcover autograph album, 7 x 5.5, signed inside in ink and ballpoint by Joe DiMaggio, Ella Fitzgerald, Eddie Cantor, and a single page featu

Cardstock 14 x 11 photo of DiMaggio, Mantle, and Williams posing together with bats on their shoulders, boldly signed in blue felt tip by all three. I

Multi-sport athlete (1921–2001) who was a 1948 Olympic hockey medalist as well as a 1954 Wimbledon champion. Two items: one glossy 6.25 x 4.25 photo o

Official Spalding National League baseball signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint on a side panel, “To Carl—Very best wishes, Don Drysdale.” Signature

Hockey Hall of Famer (1916-2001) and member of the Boston Bruins ‘Kraut line.’ Ten identical glossy 8 x 10 photos of Dumart on the ice in his Bruins j

Color satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Duran and Vinny Paz battling in the ring, signed in silver ink by Duran and Pazienza, adding “5x World Champ, 50 W

Color satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Duran connecting with a punch to the chin of his opponent, signed in silver ink. In fine condition.

Color composite giclee of Duran in and out of the ring, 16 x 20, signed in silver ink by Duran. In fine condition.

Twelve identical glossy 8 x 10 photos of Feller mid-delivery, each signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Four hardcover books, each signed by the respective fitness author. Books are: Jim Fixx’s Second Book of Running, signed and inscribed on the first fr

Curt Flood Youth Foundation business check, 8.25 x 3.5, filled out and signed by Flood, payable to Curt Flood for $850.00, August 16, 1994. Check is a

Three items: ALS signed “Ken Strong,” one page, 6 x 8, March 12, 1979, responding to an autograph request; ALS signed “Dan Fortmann,” one page on a go

Satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Frazier dropping Muhammad Ali, signed in silver ink. Rolled and in fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label a

Very nice color giclée print on canvas, 26.5 x 36.5 celebrating Frazier’s victory over Muhammad Ali, signed in gold ink. Rolled and in fine con...

Color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of Frazier taking a shot from Muhammad Ali, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication la

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Frazier in his prime, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks.

When Gadsby retired in 1966 he was the games all-time leading scorer for defensemen; he was inducted into the HOF in 1970. Forty-five official NHL hoc

Official Rawlings American League (MacPhail) baseball signed in black felt tip on the sweet spot, “Chas. Gehringer.” In very good condition, with scat

Thirty-four trading cards, most PGA Tour Pro Set, signed by major champions, all signed in felt tip. Signers are: Ray Floyd, Billy Casper, Gene Little

Sixteen signed photos, various finishes, ranging in size from 3.5 x 5 up to 8 x 10, each signed in felt tip by the respective former Masters champion

Program from the 1992 PGA Seniors’ Championship, 9 x 11, 96 pages, signed on the cover in blue and black felt tip by Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Doug

Program from the 1999 Skins Game, 8.5 x 11, 40 pages, featuring Mark O’Meara, David Duval, Fred Couples, and Serio Garcia on the cover, signed by each

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Greenberg and Frank McCormick, signed by Greenberg in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with light creasing to corner tips and

Pair of Hespeler red, white, and blue #99 hockey gloves signed in silver ink on the wrist of the right-hand glove, “Wayne Gretzky 99.” Accompanied by

Football Hall of Famer (1895–1983) who was associated with the Chicago Bears and the National Football League from their inception in 1920 until his d

Ink and felt tip signatures of 60 Hockey Hall of Famers on individual off-white 5 x 3 cards, some with printed images of the respective signer. Signer