Albersheim's 2015 November Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/14/2015
In 1972 during Roberto Clemente’s last at bat; he got his 3000th hit before his untimely demise in a plane crash on New Year’s Eve (December 31, 1972). Clemente received accolade upon accolade during his baseball career. He won the MVP award, helped guide the Bucs to 2 World Championships, was named to 15 All-Star teams, was a 4x NL batting champion, was a 12x gold glove winner, and was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame just 6 months after his death.
He was one of the great humanitarians to ever grace the baseball diamond and he died the same way he played the game; creating excellence.
Offered is a beautiful signed black and white photo (8” x 10”) of Clemente circa 1971-72. Signed in blue ballpoint pen.
Letter of Authenticity from Richard Albersheim and Full JSA letter.