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Items For The Auction of November 10th & 11th, 2006
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101 |
New York Yankees HOF'er/Old Timers auto. baseball. MacPhail AL ball signed by (21) players incl. DiMaggio, Maris, Gomez, Raschi, Sewell, and Dickey. The ball has a few areas of toning; sigs range from 7-9 out of 10. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$325.00
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102 |
HOF/Old Timers auto. baseball. Lt. toned Feeney NL ball signed by (27) players incl. DiMaggio, Bell, Koufax, Cronin, Dickey, Gehringer, Irvin, Grimes, and Terry. Sigs range from 6-9 out of 10. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$375.00
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103 |
HOF/Old Timers auto. baseball. Near white Feeney NL ball signed by (19) players incl. DiMaggio, Stengel, Medwick, Hubbell, Musial, L.Waner, and Gomez. Sigs range from 7-10 out of 10. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$625.00
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104 |
1984 Joe DiMaggio Mr. Coffee original contract. Typewritten seven page contract for Joe DiMaggio's employment to endorse Mr. Coffee products. The contract is signed on the final page, "Joe DiMaggio, President 8/21/84". DiMaggio's endorsement of Mr. Coffee products was one of the most significant and popular of its type during the 1970s-80s. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$425.00
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105 |
Lot of (2) George Weiss auto. handwritten letters to Joe DiMaggio. Pair of rare handwritten letters sent from Yankees HOF'er George Weiss to DiMaggio in 1969 regarding an autographed photograph. Both letters are written on Weiss' personal stationary and are each signed "Sincerely, George". The lot includes a related telegram from Weiss and (1) original envelope. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($500.00-$750.00)
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106 |
Lot of (2) Joe DiMaggio auto. handwritten notes. Includes one page handwritten list regarding "Plaque Day" which is signed at the bottom by DiMaggio in blue ink. The other is a two page handwritten note regarding an invitation to an event. The note is signed in pencil and signed by DiMaggio. Handwritten and signed pieces from DiMaggio are very uncommon. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$475.00
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107 |
Lot of (16) Joe DiMaggio auto. credit card receipts. Group of original credit card receipts dating to 1981 from ARCO gas stations. Each receipt has been signed at the bottom by DiMaggio in either black or blue ink. Signatures range from 7-9 out of 10. One of the receipts has a tape repair. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
($1,000.00-$1,500.00)
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$1,150.00
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108 |
1961 Joe DiMaggio American Express credit card. Vintage American Express card issued to Joe DiMaggio through the V.H. Monette Co. with whom he was employed. The card remains very clean with an expiration date of 4/1961. The card is not signed by DiMaggio: EX-MT |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$800.00
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109 |
Joe DiMaggio's MasterCard credit card. Original MasterCard issued by Chemical Bank to Joe DiMaggio with an expiration date of 1988. The card exhibits usage and has been signed on the reverse by DiMaggio in blue ink ("Joe" first name was also re-signed by DiMaggio in black sharpie). Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$550.00
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110 |
Joe DiMaggio's Florida Driver's License. Original Florida driver's license as issued to DiMaggio in 1986. The license pictures DiMaggio in color and is uncommonly signed, "Joe Paul DiMaggio". Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($1,000.00-$2,000.00)
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$1,300.00
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111 |
Joe DiMaggio's California Driver's License. Original California driver's license as issued to DiMaggio in 1976 pictures Joe in color on the front and is signed, "Joe DiMaggio" at the bottom. The license exhibits heavy wear and has a laminate coating that is separating from the body. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: GD-VG |
($750.00-$1,250.00)
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$1,050.00
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112 |
Joe DiMaggio handwritten speech with fine baseball content. Unlined page measures 7"x11" and features handwritten content by Joe DiMaggio with uncommon detail regarding his baseball career. The body of the speech includes excerpts that date to all periods of his career. Some examples include, "I'm grateful to my father who allowed me to play baseball for the simple reason that he made it possible for me to enjoy this experience tonight" and "...for the following 13 years that I played actively-our teams went on to win 10 pennants and 9 world championships. Now that, ladies and gentleman is my proudest achievement while wearing pinstripes." The sheet has typical fold lines from mailing but the writing remains dark and bold. The offered speech is the only substantive handwritten account of DiMaggio's career remembrances found within the collection. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$1,700.00
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113 |
Joe DiMaggio's United States Passport. Original U.S. Passport issued to DiMaggio in 1979 has a small inset black and white image of DiMaggio which has been autographed. The book is also signed twice, "Joseph DiMaggio" in black ink. Very clean overall with several stampings from travel to other countries. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($2,500.00-$3,500.00)
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$2,800.00
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114 |
Pair of Joe DiMaggio/New York Yankees related beadwork decorative items c.1930s-40s. Hand made beadwork banners with "Joe DiMaggio" and "New York Yanks World Champions Mgr. Joe McCarthy" decoration. 9" and 14" long respectively remaining in superb original condition: NM |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$175.00
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115 |
Hoard of "DiMaggio's Restaurant" full matchbooks c.1950s. Unused box of (52) souvenir matchbooks from Joe's famed San Francisco restaurant. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($500.00-$750.00)
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116 |
Joe DiMaggio auto. Air Travel Card c.1960s. Cardboard membership card issued to Joe while employed with the V.H. Monette Co. is signed by DiMaggio in black ink on the front. Reverse of the card has a metal plate with raised lettering used for receipt impressions. Very early autographed credit card with interesting metal backplate. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication: EX |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$200.00
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117 |
Cache of vintage Joe DiMaggio personal checks c.1940s-50s. Two unused books of checks (total of 50 individual checks) each with "Joseph DiMaggio" name printed at the bottom. The checks have all been stamped with Joe DiMaggio's vintage facsimile signature rubber stamp in order to protect against future alteration. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($400.00-$500.00)
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$325.00
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118 |
Lot of (21) Joe DiMaggio Louisville Slugger souvenir pencils c.1964. Each baseball bat shaped pencil remains in its original plastic sheath. "Joe DiMaggio" facsimile signature is stamped on each piece. Includes the original box from Louisville Slugger's distributor as sent to Joe. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($400.00-$600.00)
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$225.00
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119 |
Lot of (3) Joe DiMaggio Louisville Slugger miniature mechanical pencils c.1941. Group of five pristine Joe DiMaggio model pencils in their original boxes have "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year" printed on the centerbrand area. Uncommon set in superb original condition. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM-MT |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$600.00
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120 |
Cache of Joe DiMaggio's personal stationary. Unused stationary with "Joe DiMaggio San Francisco, Cal. 94123" printed at the top. Includes approx. (500) envelopes in their original box and approx. (400) pieces of unused stationary measuring 7 1/4"x7 1/2". To ensure that the stationary and envelopes are not altered after their sale, we have marked the same edge of each piece with a very minor black spot: NM |
($400.00-$500.00)
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$225.00
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121 |
Joe DiMaggio's personal facsimile signature rubber stamp c.1940s. Original rubber stamp with Joe DiMaggio's 1940s era signature retains its original identification label on the side. To prevent misuse, a small alteration has been made to the signature in order to facilitate identification should the stamp be used improperly. The stamp does remain fully functional. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($400.00-$500.00)
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$600.00
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122 |
Lot of (11) "Joe DiMaggio's Restaurant" advertising coasters c.1940s. Unused set of baseball shaped coasters. All retain their original standup bases, which enabeles them to be free standing for display. 4" tall each: NM-MT |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$425.00
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123 |
Lot of (2) vintage Joe DiMaggio California Sporting Licenses to include 1970 hunting license and 1969 fishing license. 1970 hunting license was issued to DiMaggio on 10/20/1970 for hunting in the State of California. Thin stock cardboard license is signed by DiMaggio on the top portion and again on the bird hunting stamp affixed to the bottom. Reverse of the license features a paragraph written by then California Governor Ronald Reagan. The license has a horizontal fold line; signatures rate 8/9 out of 10: License: VG-EX, Signatures: NM. 1969 fishing license was issued to DiMaggio on Feb. 19, 1969 for fishing in the state of California. Card stock license is hand addressed and signed by DiMaggio on the front in blue ink. License shows typical wear; signature rates 8/9 out of 10: License: VG-EX, Signature: NM. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family. |
($1,000.00-$1,500.00)
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$750.00
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124 |
1937 Joe DiMaggio Police Athletic League certificate. Original presentational certificate as issued to DiMaggio in 1937 by the New York Police Athletic League. 8 1/2"x11" certificate dates to DiMaggio's early playing career with the Yankees. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$140.00
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125 |
Lot of (3) Louisville "Famous Slugger" yearbooks. Group of three yearbooks from Joe DiMaggio's personal collection incl. 1941 (dates to DiMaggio's famed hit streak), 1944 with Stan Musial on the front cover, and 1940 with Joe DiMaggio on the front cover. The 1940 issue has a note on the front cover which reads, "Dear Joe, you might show this to Gomez-Regards, Ward" which was likely penned by an H&B employee. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$200.00
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126 |
Rare Joe DiMaggio advertising poster c.1940s. Large 17"x22" paper poster advertises Joe DiMaggio endorsed "boys wear" for young men. The poster features a photo of Joe batting along with images of various DiMaggio endorsed products incl. t-shirts and neckties. Overall condition remains very strong with original fold lines that could be pressed and framed if so desired. First example that we have encountered. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$475.00
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127 |
Joe DiMaggio Baseball Writer's Association cufflink set. Three piece set includes tie bar and two cufflinks all in 10K gold filled with BBWA enameled logo on the front. "J.D." initials are engraved into all three pieces. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX/MT-NM |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$700.00
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128 |
Joe DiMaggio baseball cufflinks. Finely detailed 14K gold cufflinks in the shape of a baseball bat and ball. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$2,600.00
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129 |
Joe DiMaggio identification bracelet. Heavy gauge 10K gold ID bracelet with "Joe DiMaggio" engraved on the front. Stamped "Trueart 10K" on the reverse. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($750.00-$1,250.00)
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130 |
Joe DiMaggio identification placard c.1940s-60s. Laminate placard with incised white name on the front measures 1 1/2"x7". The placard was possibly used either on one of Joe's baseball lockers or as identification for one of the companies he worked for after his baseball career. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$50.00
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131 |
Vintage Joe DiMaggio single signed baseball c. 1960s. Cream color Cronin AL ball with very lt. toning signed on the sweet spot by DiMaggio in his vintage signature style. The signature rates 8 out of 10. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX/MT-NM |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$650.00
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132 |
Joe DiMaggio and Marilyn Monroe photograph c.1954. Original 8"x10" black and white image picturing Joe and Marilyn in Hawaii en route to the Orient for their honeymoon tour. Stamped by the Honolulu Advertiser on the reverse: EX/MT-NM |
($750.00-$1,250.00)
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$850.00
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133 |
Lot of (4) Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio U.S. Passport photographs c.1954. Group of vintage 3" square matte finish photographs taken for use in the newly married couple's Passports for the 1954 Oriental Tour trip. Includes (1) Joe and (3) Marilyn/Joe images: Range EX-NM |
($1,000.00-$2,000.00)
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$3,500.00
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134 |
Lot of (3) original receipts for roses sent by Joe DiMaggio in memory of Marilyn Monroe. It is well documented that Joe DiMaggio sent dozens of roses to Marilyn Monroe's memorial site for nearly twenty years after her passing. Offered are three original receipts from Parisian Florist in Hollywood, CA dating to 1966, 1967, and 1970. Each receipt indicates the total due for the delivery of flowers for the respective year indicated. Two of the receipts have "Paid" ink notations with dating written by Joe DiMaggio himself. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$750.00
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135 |
Lot of (5) Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio Oriental Tour related photographs c.1954. Set of original 7"x9" black and white photographs taken during their 1954 Oriental Tour picture the newly married couple interacting with local citizens. The photographs are all notated on the reverse, "INP PHOTO NOT FOR PUBLICATION", which was likely accurate as DiMaggio was fiercely protective of the couple's private moments. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($1,000.00-$2,000.00)
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$1,800.00
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136 |
Lot of (2) Marilyn Monroe Oriental Tour related photographs c.1954. Pair of 5"x8" black and white images picture Marilyn on a U.S. tank and in the middle of a throng of U.S. soldiers with a "Welcome Marilyn" sign in the background. Photos are stamped "Pacific Stars and Stripes Feb. 1954" on the reverse. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$750.00
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137 |
Lot of (3) vintage Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio related photographs c.1954. Group of 8"x10" original black and white images taken during their 1954 Goodwill Tour to Japan. Subjects include Marilyn and Joe departing the plane, Marilyn receiving a bouquet of flowers, and Marilyn stepping out of the plane. Sizes range from 7"x9" to 8"x10": Range EX/MT-NM |
($1,000.00-$1,500.00)
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$950.00
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138 |
Lot of (2) vintage Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio related photographs c.1954. Pair of 8"x10" original black and white images taken during their 1954 Goodwill Tour to Japan. Subjects include Marilyn receiving a bouquet of flowers and Marilyn stepping out of the plane. 8"x10": Range EX/MT-NM |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$650.00
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139 |
Joe DiMaggio and Marilyn Monroe photograph c.1954. Black and white 8"x10" image picture Marilyn and Joe seated on a couch. The photo remains very crisp with strong contrast and has been signed at the top right corner, "Many Thanks From 315th Photo Lab": EX-MT |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$950.00
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140 |
Lot of (2) letters from Inez Melson to Joe DiMaggio c.1962. Interesting lot of two typewritten letters sent from Inez Melson to Joe DiMaggio in September of 1962. Melson was Marilyn Monroe's business manager and close advisor. The letters generally concern Monroe's unsettled debts and effects with some interesting references to suspicion regarding Monroe's 1961 will. Both are signed "Inez" at the bottom. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$325.00
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141 |
Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams photograph c.1940s. Stunning original sepia tone 8"x10" image picturing the two greatest batsmen of the era posed on the field in full uniform. While both were fierce competitors, they also respected each other as players and gentleman on and off the field. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$1,500.00
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142 |
Lot of (4) vintage photographs with relation to Joe DiMaggio's 1947 AL Most Valuable Player award. Includes (3) 8"x10" black and white images and (1) 10"x14" large format image (has some edge damage incl. a few small tears and some staple holes to the border). Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range VG-EX/MT |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$175.00
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143 |
Lot of (5) vintage photographs with relation to Joe DiMaggio c.1950s-60s. Includes (2) DiMaggio with Abbott and Costello; DiMaggio with Eisenhower and Marciano; DiMaggio/O'Doul/Gen. MacArthur; and DiMaggio with Lefty O'Doul (and others) at the Stork Club. All images are 8"x10". Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
($400.00-$500.00)
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$225.00
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144 |
Lot of (5) vintage Joe DiMaggio photographs c.1950. Set of original sepia tone images picturing DiMaggio kneeling with a bat at the top of the dugout steps. The back of each photo is marked with the stamping of the official New York Yankees photographer. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($500.00-$750.00)
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145 |
Joe DiMaggio original photographic negative c.1950s-60s. Original plastic 8"x10" negative pictures DiMaggio signing a baseball in Yankees home uniform. Includes an original, vintage, black and white image made from the negative that was found within the collection. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$25.00
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146 |
Rare set of large format original photographs from the 1951 World Series picturing Mickey Mantle's injury. Pair of large format 11"x14" black and white images show, in sequence, the famous play in which Mickey Mantle severely injured his knee while pursuing a fly ball. Joe DiMaggio is shown catching the ball and then attending to Mantle with a group of Yankee players. One photo is identified and dated on the reverse with a New York Times stamping. The incident occurred on a fly ball hit by Willie Mays when DiMaggio called off Mantle to make the play. As Mantle tried to slow down, his foot became lodged in the turf and his right knee collapsed. Although Mantle would go on to have a fine career, it was this injury in his first World Series that affected him for the rest of his playing days. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($400.00-$600.00)
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$550.00
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147 |
Joe DiMaggio's last Major League base hit large format photograph c.1951. Oversized 11"x14" black and white image pictures DiMaggio hitting a double in the final game of the 1951 World Series. This would prove to be the final base hit of DiMaggio's storied career. Identified and stamped by the New York Times on the reverse. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$300.00
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148 |
Lot of (33) vintage photographs with relation to Joe DiMaggio and Old Timers Day games c.1950s-70s. Very fine group of vintage images taken during the numerous Old Timers Day events in which DiMaggio participated over the years. Sizes range from 6"x8" to 10"x14" with subjects/players including Yankee Stadium, Dizzy Dean, Bill Dickey, Rogers Hornsby, Mrs. Babe Ruth, Stan Musial, Phil Rizzuto, Casey Stengel, and Mickey Mantle. Several of the Mickey Mantle images dating to Mickey Mantle Day in 1969 are exceptional with several by noted photographer Bill Mark. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
($1,000.00-$2,000.00)
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Fine Joe DiMaggio photograph c.1949. One of only two original copies of this iconic image within the collection picturing DiMaggio walking into the locker room with his arm around his son after the 1949 World Series. 8"x10" sepia tone photo is stamped "Acme News pictures" on the reverse. Retaining exceptional clarity and contrast, photo has some light wrinkling at the bottom. The bottom left corner area has a small piece of vintage tape on the surface which could likely be removed through a professional conservator if so desired. Exceptional period image from an unimprovable primary source. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$2,000.00
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150 |
Lot of (4) vintage Joe DiMaggio photographs c.1940s-50s. 8"x10" photos include (2) portraits and (2) candid images. Two are identified as official New York Yankees images on the reverse. Very fine grouping. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($400.00-$600.00)
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Joe DiMaggio batting photograph c.1940s. One of the more recognizable images of DiMaggio batting with the beauty and raw power of his swing clearly evident. Top left corner has a small corner crease otherwise the photo is very clean with original contrast. 8"x10". Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX/MT-NM |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$750.00
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152 |
Lot of (2) vintage Joe DiMaggio photographs incl. a Christy Walsh autographed large format mounted image c.1940. 11"x14" mounted image of DiMaggio accepting the 1939 Golden Laurel Award from Christy Walsh at the 104th World's Fair in New York is signed at the bottom, "Congratulations Joe-may you have a long successful career in baseball-Christy Walsh". Salutation and signature rate 5-7 out of 10: EX. The lot also includes a fine 8"x10" image of DiMaggio batting at the Academy of Sport exhibit at the World's Fair. Image is stamped by photographer M.Wegweiser on the reverse: EX |
($400.00-$600.00)
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$100.00
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Joe DiMaggio large format photograph c.1940s. Oversized sepia tone image in a matte finish pictures DiMaggio in full swing. The photo exhibits very fine detail for its size with a few minor surface wrinkles. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($400.00-$600.00)
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$650.00
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154 |
1951 New York Yankees large format team photograph. Crisp 11"x13" black and white image of the World Champion Yankees posed in full uniform at Yankee Stadium. Players include Mantle, DiMaggio, Berra, Ford, Rizzuto, and Martin. The photo itself remains very clean with some minor wrinkling at the bottom edge. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$550.00
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155 |
Lot of (17) vintage photographs with relation to Joe DiMaggio Day. Group of period images taken on October 1, 1949 at Yankee Stadium during ceremonies honoring Joe DiMaggio. The photos picture DiMaggio receiving several awards and speaking at the microphone. Lot contains (10) large format 11"x14" images including a wonderful wide angle view of DiMaggio surrounded by dozens of reporters, photographers, and Red Sox/Yankees players. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range VG-NM |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$325.00
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156 |
New York Yankees large format team photograph c.1941-46. Large 11"x14" black and white photograph of the team posed in full uniform at Yankee Stadium. Players include DiMaggio, Dickey, Rizzuto, McCarthy, and Ruffing. Image is on a period mount and retains excellent contrast. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($300.00-$400.00)
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$250.00
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Pair of large format 1938 New York Yankees team photographs from the DiMaggio collection. Matched pair of sepia tone 11"x14" team images in a matte finish picture the World Champion Yankees arranged in three rows incl. DiMaggio, Gehrig, Dickey, McCarthy, and Ruffing. Includes one view that pictures the team in a formal pose looking straight ahead and an identical image showing the players laughing and smiling. DiMaggio is particularly humorous in the second variation as he is seen laughing hysterically. Stamped by photographer Izzy Kaplan, NY on the back. The smiling photo has two edge tears with tape repair on the back along with a few minor surface wrinkles. The other image remains very clean with minimal overall wear. Each image retains perfect contrast and clarity as they were found within Joe DiMaggio's sealed trunk. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range VG/EX-NM |
($750.00-$1,250.00)
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$900.00
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158 |
1937 New York Yankees team photograph. Large format 12"x17" sepia tone image picturing the 1937 AL Champion Yankees incl. Gehrig, DiMaggio, McCarthy, and Dickey. Players are identified within the bottom margin of the image, which is marked "AP Wire photo". Interior contrast is fine with some edge damage incl. a few small tears. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: VG-EX |
($300.00-$400.00)
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Joe DiMaggio photograph by George Burke c.1937. 4"x6" image with beautiful contrasting tones is one of the more famed images ever taken of the Yankee Clipper. Picturing DiMaggio standing with a bat, this photo is one of only two examples found in the collection. Reverse is stamped by Burke and contains a few handwritten notations regarding the date, which were possibly written by DiMaggio. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$800.00
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Fine Joe DiMaggio original photograph c.1936-39. Classic pose of DiMaggio batting in early Yankees home uniform with the stadium providing an attractive backdrop. Photo retains its original contrast and clarity with minimal age wear. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
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$450.00
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Original photographic study of Joe DiMaggio's eyes c.1930s. The eyes of a champion are pictured at extremely close range with superb detail. Overall size is 10"x12" with some creasing and a few edge tears from scrolling including one 2" chip at the left edge: GD-VG |
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$50.00
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Lot of (12) Joe DiMaggio photographs c.1930s. Early group of mostly candid original images ranging in size from 4"x5" to 4"x6". Subjects include DiMaggio boxing with a young man; DiMaggio with Naval soldiers; and DiMaggio both in and out of baseball uniform. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
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$250.00
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Joe DiMaggio Pacific Coast League 61 Game Hit Streak portrait. Handsome 8"x10" matte finish studio portrait picturing Joe DiMaggio in a suit retains perfect contrast and clarity. Within the bottom margin, the image is titled, "Joe De Maggio Breaking P.C.L. Consecutive Hit Record July 14, 1933". Image is marked by Boussum photographers at lower right and is housed in its original photographer's portfolio folder. Includes a period 6"x8" image of Joe DiMaggio's mother holding a similar, but framed photograph in the period. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
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$700.00
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1933 Joe DiMaggio 61 game hit streak photograph. Original 8"x10" sepia tone image pictures DiMaggio batting in Seals uniform with period titling at the bottom, "Pacific Coast League Consecutive Game Hit Record-61 Hits-1933". Stamped on the back by Hass-Schreiner photographers. Image has a small chip to the top right corner and some light creasing at the bottom. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
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Lot of (2) original Joe DiMaggio related newspapers. Includes scarce July 27, 1933 San Francisco Chronicle "Sporting Green" paper picturing DiMaggio on the front cover just as his 61 game hit streak was halted. Interestingly the paper refers to him as "DeMaggio": EX-MT and July 2, 1941 "Des Moines Register" newspaper dating to DiMaggio tying Wee Willie Keeler's record at 44 straight games: EX |
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$175.00
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Joe DiMaggio San Francisco Seals presentational serving dish c.1934. Silverplated lidded serving dish given to Joe DiMaggio by the San Francisco Seals baseball team. Inscribed on the lid, "Joe DiMaggio & Family From 'Seals' May 20, 1934". The piece retains its original surface, which could be polished if so desired. 12" diameter: VG-EX |
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$850.00
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Joe DiMaggio photograph c.1920. Timeless image taken in Martinez, CA pictures Joe at the age of six. The photo shows a young Joe DiMaggio saluting the camera in a striped outfit. This image is identical to the one used in the May 1, 1939 issue of Life Magazine. The image retains fine contrast with some minor edge wear. Reverse has a printing date of 1937, indicating that it was printed from the original negative in 1937: EX |
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$175.00
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Rare 1926 Joe DiMaggio Penmanship certificate. Incredibly early certificate of merit presented to the 12 year old DiMaggio by the Hancock School in San Francisco. The certificate measures 11"x16" with some light wrinkling and a few areas of very minor toning to the edges. The document was one of the earliest dated materials with relation to Joe from his personal collection. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
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$750.00
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1936 Joe DiMaggio original cartoon artwork by Nat Berger. Original 4"x5" ink caricature of DiMaggio, Lazzeri, and Crosetti appeared in an advertisement in the June 15, 1936 issue of the San Francisco Chronicle. Includes original folio with a copy of the ad and is inscribed/dated to DiMaggio from Nat Berger. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
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$90.00
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Rare rookie era Joe DiMaggio auto. photograph c.1936-37. Classic 8"x10" black and white image of Joe batting signed on the front in black fountain pen, "To Joe McCann Jr. With Best Wishes and lots of luck, J. DiMaggio". Salutation and signature rate 8 out of 10. One of only a handful of rookie era signed DiMaggio photos known to exist. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
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$1,700.00
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Hoard of (33) 1936 Joe DiMaggio supplement display pieces. 12"x16" illustrative print of a young Joe DiMaggio was distributed by the San Francisco Chronicle in 1936. The prints are marked by artist Howard Brodie at the bottom and dated 1936 with a copyright by the Chronicle Publishing Co. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX/MT-NM |
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Joe DiMaggio photograph c.1943-44. Official U.S. Air Force image of DiMaggio in a batting stance wearing his military issue baseball uniform. Stamped U.S. AAF photo on the reverse, 8"x10". Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
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$400.00
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Joe DiMaggio auto. U.S. Department of Defense identification card. Original 1967 laminated identification card issued to DiMaggio to visit troops abroad as a Department of Defense entertainer. The front of the card features an inset photo of DiMaggio and has been signed in blue ink. The reverse of the card has DiMaggio's fingerprints. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX/MT-NM |
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$1,400.00
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Significant Final Ball used in the May 24, 1943 War Bond Game played at Washington, D.C. Wm. Harridge American League baseball exhibiting evident use, including some appropriate scuffing and a small grass stain, was the final out baseball for the historic May 1943 War Bond game played at Griffith Stadium in Washington D.C. The side panel of the ball is inscribed in period ink, "Last Ball $2,100,000 Bond Game Washington, D.C." The game was played before a crowd of 29,221 fans to benefit the U.S. Treasury war fund generating a record amount of nearly $2,100,000. Several notable celebrities also made an appearance in conjunction with the game including Bing Crosby, Kate Smith, and Babe Ruth. Interesting historic baseball dating to one of the more notable benefit games played during the War era: EX |
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$550.00
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Joe DiMaggio's WWII uniform patches c.1943-44. Pair of original patches issued to DiMaggio while serving in the U.S. Army c.1943-44. Remaining in clean original condition, patches each measure 5" tall. Includes a period 8"x10" photo from DiMaggio's personal collection showing DiMaggio wearing a similar patch: EX |
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$550.00
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Lot of vintage materials with relation to Joe DiMaggio and Lefty O'Doul's Goodwill Tour of Japan c.1950. Includes (18) original photographs ranging from 5"x7" to 8"x10" picturing DiMaggio and O'Doul in various settings; Nov. 2, 1950 "Pan American Clipper" newsletter featuring the trip and one of the offered photos; (2) typewritten letters regarding the trip; typewritten schedule and itinerary for the trip; and the original envelope addressed to DiMaggio. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
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$400.00
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Lot of (2) Joe DiMaggio and Lefty O'Doul auto. photographs c.1950-51. Pair of original 4"x5" images taken during their Goodwill Tour of Japan are signed by each player in bold black fountain pen. Signatures rate 9 out of 10. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
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$800.00
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Lot of (7) Tokyo Hilton receipts auto. by Joe DiMaggio c.1960s. Group of original Tokyo Hilton receipts each signed by DiMaggio in ink at the bottom. Includes (1) original Tokyo Hilton envelope, LOA from James Spence Authentication, and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
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$400.00
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Significant cache of materials with relation to 1941 "Joltin Joe DiMaggio" song. During the summer of 1941, baseball provided a much needed diversion from the events unfolding in Europe. As a result, Joe DiMaggio's 56 game hit streak captivated the nation in a manner not seen since the days of Babe Ruth. The lyrics for "Joltin Joe DiMaggio" were originally written on a napkin in a New York hotel on the evening of July 2, 1941 by Allan Courtney. Shortly thereafter, Courtney, the New York radio announcer, got together with an orchestra leader by the name of Les Brown, and together, they produced one of the most recognizable and beloved tunes in American history, "Joltin Joe DiMaggio". Included within Joe DiMaggio's personal files regarding the song are the following: Sept. 8, 1941 original contract between Allan Courtney Music Co. and Joe DiMaggio regarding royalties for Joe. Document is signed by Courtney and Joe DiMaggio in black ink: EX-MT; Sept. 8, 1941 royalties contract draft signed by Alan Courtney; Aug. 27, 1941 typewritten letter sent to Joe DiMaggio requesting permission to bring the Les Brown orchestra to play the song live at Yankee Stadium; professional musician's copy of "Joltin Joe DiMaggio" sheet music; significant telegram and reply dated July 25, 1941 asking Joe's permission to broadcast the song. The handwritten (not by Joe) reply grants permission to broadcast the song across radio airwaves; vintage 8"x10" photo of Joe DiMaggio at the Les Brown recording of the song; "Joltin Joe DiMaggio" advertising broadside (13"x18"); "Joltin Joe DiMaggio" sheet music; and an original 1941 "Joltin Joe DiMaggio" record album in its original sheath/box. Along with a few precious other timeless melodies, the famed song dedicated to Joe's magical 1941 season remains fixed in our memories, even for those who never watched DiMaggio play baseball. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication (contract) and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range EX-NM |
($4,000.00-$5,000.00)
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$3,300.00
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Lot of Joe DiMaggio items with relation to Wheaties Cereal c.1930s-50s. Fine lot of vintage paper materials relating to Joe DiMaggio's endorsement of Wheaties brand cereal. Includes June 26, 1939 Wheaties endorsement contract signed by General Mills Co. representative William Slocum (Joe's copy, as such unsigned by DiMaggio); 1939 Joe DiMaggio Award of Honor presentational scroll for having been voted the most popular player on his team by radio fans of New York (includes typed listing of fans' names along with a related letter from Wheaties); 1941 Joe DiMaggio Wheaties magazine advertisement (11"x15") from Sunday News (found in Joe's personal files); Dec. 5, 1951 typed letter sent to DiMaggio regarding "new" Wheaties flavor; and a May 30, 1952 Joe DiMaggio auto. contract amendment to his Wheaties endorsement contract. Signed by DiMaggio in black fountain pen. The Wheaties endorsement was one of Joe's most significant during his early playing career. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication (autograph) and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range VG-NM |
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Joe DiMaggio original cartoon artwork by Gus Uhlman c.1930s. Original ink caricature depicts Joe DiMaggio in Yankees uniform leaving to play a game while a young woman tries to convince him to stay. The captions make reference to the injury DiMaggio suffered when a heated wrap was left on his foot for too long and burned him. Signed by the artist Gus Uhlman at the bottom and inscribed/signed by Uhlman at the top, "To Joe DiMaggio-Keep hitting from NY Post Sports Staff, Hugh Bradley and Gus Uhlman." 11"x16". Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
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$175.00
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Joe and Dom DiMaggio original cartoon artwork by Frank Lanning c.1940. Original 9"x18" ink on fiberboard illustration pictures both Joe and Dom DiMaggio with relation to the All-Star Game. The artwork is signed by noted artist Frank Lanning at the bottom right: EX-MT |
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$375.00
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1954 Joe DiMaggio trophy plaque. 11"x14" mahogany plaque has an applied brass placard inscribed to DiMaggio from the Omaha Chapter of "Unico National" as the Nation's Outstanding Italian-American Athlete. Plaque remains very clean with minimal surface wear incl. some light scratching. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX/MT-NM |
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$225.00
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Vintage New York Yankees equipment bag with attribution to Joe DiMaggio c.1940s-50s. Olive green canvas duffle bag has "N.Y. Yankees" stenciled in large red lettering on one end panel. "45" is stenciled in similar red numerals on the opposite end panel. The bag retains its original leather handles and remains fairly clean overall with some typical light to moderate usage wear. The bag was discovered along with several other pieces of equipment within Joe DiMaggio's Yankees equipment trunk. It is unclear what the "45" refers to as only two players wore that number during Joe's career - Frank Hiller in 1947 and Clint Courtney in 1951. Possibly refers to a date of 1945, or it may have been used by either Hiller or Courtney and then by DiMaggio. Very rare early period Yankees equipment bag in fine overall condition: EX |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$700.00
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Joe DiMaggio professional model baseball bat c.1965-68. Louisville Slugger 125 model bat measures 36" long and weighs 34.6oz. D29L is stamped on knob end and "36" is written in black marker. Likely issued to DiMaggio while coaching the Oakland Athletics in 1968 and 1969. Bat exhibits minimal, if any, usage. Includes LOA from Hunt Auctions, Inc. and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
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$1,100.00
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Joe DiMaggio professional model baseball bat c.1965-68. Louisville Slugger 125 model bat measures 36" long and weighs 35.8oz. D29L is stamped on knob end and "36" is written in black marker. Likely issued to DiMaggio while coaching the Oakland Athletics in 1968 and 1969. Bat exhibits minimal, if any, usage. Includes LOA from Hunt Auctions, Inc. and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
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$1,000.00
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Lot of (6) Oakland Athletics professional model baseball hats c.1968-69. All appear to be unused retaining their original interior cardboard forms and Tim McAuliffe tagging. Obtained by DiMaggio while coaching with the Athletics. Includes the original Tim McAuliffe box with paper end label (box has some tape repair to the bottom) and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
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$700.00
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Vintage Joe DiMaggio custom made sportcoat. Fine quality grey sportcoat retains its original Sonny Catania, NY tagging on the inside along with a "JDM" monogrammed label on the opposite side. Overall condition remains quite nice with minor general wear. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX |
($400.00-$600.00)
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$25.00
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Joe DiMaggio's 1951 New York Yankees World Champion commemorative black bat. Louisville Slugger 125 model bat features gilt impressed names and facsimile signatures from the Yankees incl. DiMaggio, Mantle, Berra, and Stengel. The bat includes its original H&B two bat shipping box as addressed to Joe DiMaggio. Significant World Series commemorative bat from the only season in which DiMaggio and Mantle played together for the Yankees: NM |
($1,500.00-$2,000.00)
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$1,800.00
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1967 Joe DiMaggio presentational desk set. Alabaster base desk set features two pen configuration with an inscribed brass placard to Joe DiMaggio. Presented to DiMaggio at the 1967 Holiday Mug Hunt golf tournament in Reno, NV. Includes its original Cross pen mfg. case and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: NM |
($350.00-$450.00)
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$175.00
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Lot of Joe DiMaggio vintage golf related items to include: 1958 Joe DiMaggio Desert Inn Country Club brass membership card; Set of (4) Joe DiMaggio personalized golf club head covers; Pair of black leather Joe DiMaggio golf cleats with original wooden forms that have "J.D." initials; Ben Hogan model golf ball display box with (1) sleeve of three Joe DiMaggio personalized Ben Hogan golf balls; Unopened box of (12) Nimrod Sporting Goods golf balls with "Joe DiMaggio" label on the exterior box; Box of AMF Ben Hogan model golf balls containing (3) sleeves of unopened balls; and approx. (120) unused "Joe DiMaggio Clipper" personalized golf tees. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: Range VG-NM |
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$1,500.00
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Joe DiMaggio presentational golf club. Leather handled putter with a 24K gold plated club head is inscribed, "Joe DiMaggio 14th Italian Invitational 1972" on one side and "Canadian Club 24 K gold plt" on the other. Includes its original shipping box as addressed to DiMaggio and letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: EX-MT |
($400.00-$500.00)
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$450.00
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Joe DiMaggio golf bag with photographic provenance. Vintage brown and white leather bag with "Joe DiMaggio" personalization on the front contains (4) woods, (2) irons, (1) putter, and a 24K gold plated putter. The lot also includes some balls, other misc. items, and a vintage Polaroid photograph of Joe standing with the bag. The bag itself exhibits general usage incl. some soiling and wear to the zipper pockets. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: VG-EX |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$3,400.00
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Joe DiMaggio golf bag. Blue and white leather bag with "Doral Eastern Open" lettering on the front as used by Joe DiMaggio. The bag contains (6) woods, (4) putters incl. a Joe DiMaggio personalized Ping putter, numerous golf balls, tees, Joe DiMaggio identification tournament tags, and misc. items. The bag itself exhibits typical usage incl. some small tears and general soiling. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: VG-EX |
($500.00-$750.00)
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$550.00
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Joe DiMaggio golf bag. Vintage orange and black bag with "Joe DiMaggio" personalization on the front contains (13) irons/putters, (4) woods, various golf balls, tees, and several Joe DiMaggio identification tournament tags. Bag itself exhibits typical usage wear incl. soiling and some small tears. Includes letter of provenance from the DiMaggio family: VG-EX |
($750.00-$1,000.00)
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$850.00
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Joe DiMaggio auto. San Francisco Seals team sheet c.1934. Unlined green album page signed by (10) players incl. twenty year old Joe DiMaggio who was playing in his first full Minor League season with the Seals. Sigs range from 8-10 out of 10. Interestingly, the sheet include Augie Galan whose request for a leave of absence from the team in late 1933 allowed for Joe DiMaggio to step in to fill the spot. One of the earliest DiMaggio signatures that we have handled. Includes LOA's from James Spence Authentication and PSA/DNA: NM |
($1,000.00-$1,500.00)
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$750.00
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Marilyn Monroe auto. personal check. Dated January 23, 1959 personal check as written to "Metropolis Garage Inc." and signed in blue ink, "Marilyn Monroe". Signature rates 8/9 out of 10. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication: NM |
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$1,800.00
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Joe DiMaggio auto. original artwork by Armando Delgado c.1990. Striking original artwork executed in bohemia graphite pencil depicts Joe DiMaggio's timeless swing. Joe DiMaggio signed the barrel of the bat in blue sharpie; the artist, Armando Delgado, signed at the bottom margin. Delgado is a noted sports artist whose works have been exhibited in several national sports Hall of Fame institutions. Around 1990, Delgado befriended Joe DiMaggio and was asked to create the offered artwork with Joe's guidance. The prints made from this original art were extraordinarily limited. Very fine piece of original art which truly captures the essence of DiMaggio's classic batting style; 16"x24" matted and framed. The piece is being offered for the first time publicly directly by the artist and will include a letter of provenance along with LOA from James Spence Authentication (DiMaggio signature): NM |
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Joe DiMaggio endorsed baseball cleats with their original photographic box signed by DiMaggio. Colorful photographic box pictures DiMaggio batting and has been signed in blue sharpie by DiMaggio. Includes the original unused cleats with DiMaggio photographic hang tag. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication: EX-MT |
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$325.00
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Significant Joe DiMaggio rookie era professional model baseball bat c.1936-37. Louisville Slugger 125 model bat measures 36" long and weighs oz. Bat exhibits excellent use characteristics incl. ball marks, rack marks, and grain swelling. Rookie era facsimile style signature is stamped on the barrel end along with a very scarce "GENUINE SLUGGER" branding stamp. The bat itself was given to a young boy who had met New York Yankees player Snuffy Stirnweiss while delivering fish. Stirnweiss asked the boy who his favorite player was to which the boy replied, Joe DiMaggio. About two weeks later Stirnweiss presented the boy with the offered DiMaggio game bat to which he was told that Joe had hit a home run with the bat in the previous day's game. In addition to dating via labeling and markings the bat is identical to several exemplars found in a period photograph of Joe DiMaggio swinging a bat with the same branding stampings. The bat stampings are also clearly illustrated in a period Louisville Slugger advertisement. Joe DiMaggio game used bats of quality from any era with appropriate provenance are very seldom offered and highly touted by collectors. The offered bat is one of the finest rookie era DiMaggio game bats to enter the marketplace with note to its impeccable provenance and photo matched dating materials. Includes LOA from Hunt Auctions, Inc. and a letter of provenance from the original recipient: EX-EX/MT |
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$25,000.00
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Rare professional model baseball glove attributed to Joe DiMaggio c.1943. During WWII, DiMaggio was stationed in Santa Ana, CA as a Physical Education instructor. Captain Robert S. Decker coached the Santa Ana army air corps baseball team, for which Joe DiMaggio played during his time in the service. Towards the end of the war, just before leaving the base, DiMaggio presented Capt. Decker with the glove he had used while playing in the army. This Wilson RHT model glove retains the majority of its original stampings (although some are faint) and its original Wilson metal button on the backstrap. The glove exhibits heavy usage including interior surface wear, surface flaking to the interior of the back padding, and is missing its top piece of webbing. The backstrap has a period ink notation listing Robert Decker and his address. Based on the heavy usage, and the fact that DiMaggio was first stationed at Santa Ana during his 31 month military service, it is very probable DiMaggio not only used the glove in the service, but also with the New York Yankees prior to entering the military. Included with the glove is a cache of correspondence from Robert Decker's daughter, Duane, to Joe DiMaggio in 1982. Ms. Decker initially contacted Joe to ask if he would sign the glove. Several letters were sent by Marie DiMaggio (Joe's sister), who commented in one that Joe "knew your Dad real well". Eventually, it was decided that Joe would sign the glove, which is autographed on the interior, "To Duane Best Wishes Joe DiMaggio" in blue sharpie. Signature remains quite strong rating 8 out of 10. Documented game used baseball gloves from Hall of Fame players are exceedingly rare with the offered example ranking among the finest of its type to enter the marketplace. Includes letter of provenance from Duane Decker, LOA from James Spence Authentication (signature), and various copies of the supporting paperwork including a photo of DiMaggio with Decker (in uniform) at Santa Ana and copies of the correspondence from Marie DiMaggio and Duane Decker: EX |
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