This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/31/2011
The 1950s was a decade dominated by the men in pinstripes. For the record, six championship banners were raised during the dominating decade as the team participated in eight World Series.
This splendid OAL (Harridge) baseball is signed by 26 members of either the 1958 squad in bold ballpoint ink. Ball remains near white with only the slightest hint of age toning. Signtures are bold, ranging in grade from 8-10 in strength. Impossible to find in high grade. Mickey Mantle and Yogi Berra are reserved for the sweet spot. Those who signed include: Darrell Johnson, Tony Kubek, Bob Shantz, Tom Sturdivant, Jerry Lumpe, Enos Slaughter, Andy Carey, Moose Skowron, Hank Bauer, Gil McDougald, Sal Maglie, Don Larsen, John Kucks, Bob Turley, Casey Stengel, Tommy Byrne, Art Ditmar, Elston Howard, Harry Simpson and a few more.
M0008
(JSA Auction Letter)