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Description: 1954 Jackie Robinson handwritten/signed letter with original (signed) mailing envelope (desirable and seldom offered playing days example) (Overall EX/MT) "Hotel Schroeder" stationery bearing handwritten letter from Jackie Robinson which covers the front and three quarters of back. It appears to have been written to a teenaged female fan who had sent Robinson a ring which he then returned to her parents. Reads in part, "+when we get good fans like you we want to see the best happen." Signed at the close, "Sincerely Jackie Robinson" in ink rating 8-8/9 out of 10. Letter has a touch of age toning and typical mailing folds. Includes original envelope which is addressed in his hand and is signed "J. Robinson Dodgers" at upper left. Envelope has a bit more toning, some other discoloration, and torn right edge. Postmarked July 17, 1954 from Milwaukee and the Dodgers had that day beaten the Braves with Robinson going 1 for 4: Overall EX/MT ($2,000-$3,000)Final Bid: $3,218.00
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