Posted By:
Marc S.Hankron:
Since you obviously have a truly amazing collection -- I was wondering if you had a ballpark appraisal on an item that I particularly enjoy. It is an 1887 (1886?) contract, handwritten on Philadelphia National BallClub letterhead, completely handwritten by then manager Harry Wright. The contract is for Chas. Ferguson (unsigned by him), who was one of the best pitchers for the young Phillies organization before tuberculosis ended his career. The contract is in fairly extraordinary condition -- and as it is handwritten and signed by a HOFer, I think it has some interesting historic significance. If you have any time, shoot me an e-mail at the address above. I may be a tad incorrect on some of the details -- the contract is currently being storied in a different state.