Back Lot Number: 750  
     

Lot 750
 
Description: Eddie Cicotte auto. govt. postcard. Postmarked Jan. 1952, govt. postcard is signed on the reverse in blue ink by Black Sox member Eddie Cicotte. Signature rates 9/10 out of 10. In the first inning of Game #1 of the 1919 World Series, Cicotte made the fateful and historic decision to hit the first batter for the Reds while pitching. With this act, the gamblers knew that the "fix was on" and the rest is history. Includes LOA from James Spence Authentication: NM
Sold For: $375.00

 
Estimated Price: ($500.00-$750.00)  
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