Tom and ellen zappala, the cracker jack collection. This is a very prized possession that unfortunately i. Autographed by connie mack offset lithograph print after. In 1911, bender tied a record by pitching three complete games in a single world series. First edition of connie macks baseball book, with a forward by red smith.
Buy signed books by bestselling authors and celebrities from americas largest autographed book store. As we near the 123rd anniversary of that event, here is a look at connie macks best baseball cards. Every purchase includes our industry recognized coa. To me, the name of connie mack always has been synonymous with baseball, standing for everything that is best for the game he loved, said former american league president will harridge. Connie mack was perhaps more synonymous with the team he managed than any skipper in baseball history. Connie mack book 30 1951 connie mack book connie mack 14 1951 connie mack book christy mathewson 4 1951 connie mack book babe ruth 10 1951 connie mack book rube waddell 2 days listed era. Q i would like to know the value of two autographed baseballs. A 2001 derek jeter autographed world series game used bat 34 was sold at this auction. In 1937, mack was inducted into the national baseball hall of fame as a part of its second class. Connie mack and the early years of baseball norman l. Grand old man of baseball is filled with intimate glimpses of mack and of the players he managed over the years. Grand old man of baseball, and was written by frederick g.
Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Item is a vintage connie mack cut signature of connie mack that has been signed in vintage fountain pen. A complete beginners guide to zoom 2020 update everything you need to know to get started duration. Connie mack baseball hall of fame signed index card psadna certified. An offset lithograph print after a painting by artist metcalf, titled play to win, which is autographed by american baseball player and team owner connie mack. This print on paper depicts the aforementioned figure seated on a bench in a formal blazer and long sleeve shirt, gesturing with both hands and offering advice to an excitable kid in full baseball uniform nearby. Connie mack 66 years in the big leagues autographed hb dj with bonus vintage ite. Connie mack inscribed 14x11 photo of mack holding a viewing instrument and chatting with an obviously worshipful young man photograph inscribed and signed.
Shop for connie mack related autographs, signed photographs, historical documents and manuscripts from the worlds largest collection. Buy autographed connie mack baseball official al perfect game psadna certified autographed baseballs. One of mack s prized possessions was an autographed photo when ty cobb was a rookie in which cobb stated he wished he could have played for him when at. One of macks prized possessions was an autographed photo when ty cobb was a rookie in which cobb stated he wished he could.
The first page is signed to frank may 261945 with best wishes on his birthday florence. Cornelius mcgillicuddy december 22, 1862 february 8, 1956, better known as connie mack, was an american professional baseball catcher, manager, and team owner. Up for auction is this neat piece of baseball memorabilia. In 1887 mack was a 24yearold catcher for the washington nationals. Connie macks 1950 book promotion included 4card set that. The pictures show this but in hand you may think this ball was signed yesterday. Offered is an extremely attractive highgrade complete set of eleven cards, highlighted by babe ruth and lou gehrig. This book was obviously intended to be a most sincere and dignified expression of gratitude which could be appreciated by mrs. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
A 1968 connie hawkins topps 15 card has high value if in good condition. December 22, 1862 february 8, 1956, better known as connie mack, was an american professional baseball player, manager, and team owner. Some say that connie mack stayed on too long and the game passed him by. What is the worth of a connie mack signature on a piece of. Library copy from rheinmain air base with card still in it.
As an important note, a facsimile signature appears in connie macks baseball book 1950 that some sellers offer as actually signed by the hall of famer. The longestserving manager in major league baseball history, he holds records for wins 3,731, losses 3,948, and games managed 7,755, with his victory total being almost 1,000 more than any other manager. Outstanding highgrade complete set of the legendary 1951 topps connie macks allstars. Get the best deals on philadelphia athletics mlb autographed items when you shop the largest online selection at. Connie the tall tactician mack scorecard signed item 284454. This price guide is based on average prices of recently closed auctions for single signed baseballs. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the. Others say he was the greatest manager of all time. Find great deals on ebay for connie mack signed and connie mack autograph. Find leagues autographed bonus on sale today online. Baseballs free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Mack and his teams always gave athletics fans a great showand readers can relive the excitement in this facsimile reprint of.
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Although he passed away in 1956, finding an authentic mack signature is relatively easy. As a player connie mack was not a standout, although he did lead the league in being hit by pitches in 1890. Has tanning on page edges and a small ink mark on the bottom page edge and at the bottom of the front cover. Connie mack changed the face of our national pastime. Connie mack signed baseball 85 years young july 7th 1948 jsa loa. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Antique miniature bible sacred history book brattleborough vt 1816 woodcuts. He finished his career with a 212127 winloss record for a. It tells how mack, a school dropout at fourteen, created strategies for winning baseball and principles for managing men long before there were notions of defining such subjects. Connie mack fred liebs biography of connie mack was originally published in 1945 as part of the celebrated series published by g. Gene autry and the big valley grab and autographed silver certificate bonus.
The turbulent and triumphant years, 19151931 macht, norman l. An included letter of provenance from the original owner explains that this baseball was autographed by mack and his personal chauffeur as the hall of fame manager took in an as farm club game in corning, new york. Djr has mylar cover and has been taped to the book on several occasions, leaving marks where the old tape was placed. This landmark set issued by topps in its first year in the baseballcard business features connie macks alltime team of great players. Closely involved in the early days of american baseball, mack came to be a member of the baseball hall of fame and the holder of numerous records. Part of the promotion for connie macks early 1950s autobiography was a fourcard set of former greats, including mack himself. Connie macks signatures with al simmons are also very rare. Autographed bonus for sale antiquarian collectible books. Beautiful connie mack single signed autographed 1951 baseball with jsa coa. The first dates from the early 1940s and is signed by connie mack and members of the philadelphia athletics. As an important note, a facsimile signature appears in connie mack s baseball book 1950 that some sellers offer as actually signed by the hall of famer. What is a 1968 connie hawkins 15 card worth answers. Find great deals on ebay for connie mack and connie mack autograph.
Connie macks baseball book foreword by red smith by connie mack and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This book, spanning first fiftytwo years of macks life, covers his experiences as player, manager, and club owner. The turbulent and triumphant years, 19151931 english edition ebook. Find great deals on ebay for connie mack autograph when you shop the largest online selection at. Connie mack the philadelphia athletics dominated the first fourteen years of the american league, winning six pennants through 1914 under the leadership of their founder and manager, connie mack. Connie mack was born cornelius alexander mcgillicuddy in 1862, before the emancipation proclamation was issued, at a time when abraham lincoln was president and america was engaged in the civil war. The major league careers of connie mack and vin scully intersected at the midpoint of the 20th century. Connie mack was a muchrespected individual among his own players, the opposition, and the public at large. One of macks prized possessions was an autographed photo when ty cobb was a rookie in which cobb stated he wished he could have played for him when at. Bogus autographed baseballs make it hard for collectors to. For 50 years, the slender mack stood tall in the philadelphia athletics dugout in his. Connie mack signed photograph coa 5x7 1939 authentic. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
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