Finally picked up a 1960 Bat Fan. Missing one blade ("S"), but has Roberto, so it will do for now. Seems much tougher to find than 15-20 years ago.


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Congrats! I see the bank is still out there..

I know...can’t seem to pull the trigger:(

You won't regret it they are both rare and awsome.

Congrats on the bat fan! Very cool piece.

Man, I miss viewing this thread on a daily basis....

Thanks Mark,

I’ll try to update every now and then as I add items.

This is one of my favorite all-time threads, even though my collecting focus is pre-War cards.

Thanks Val, you should do a WaJo thread, I can only imagine all the great items.
I sold you his Mrs. Sherlock’s pin a little while ago.

Mike

Mike, thanks for the kind words. I'm thrilled to have the WaJo pin. I think I've showed many/most of my WaJo cards in various threads over the years.
Best,
Val

Finally picked up a 1962 Shirriff coin to go along with the Salada coins...


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Have seen the 1965 Perfect Photo team pic before, but until I purchased these, I had never seen the 1964 or 1966 team photos.

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https://photos.imageevent.com/docpat...rfectPhoto.jpg

Things that make you go hmmm.
 

Not sure which one(s) I have or have seen - have to start digging to check. I do not think I have seen all 3.

Nice photos! I just picked up an odd lot of Clemente stuff. The only reason I took a chance on it was the A Conversation with Roberto Clemente album. I was intrigued by it because it is platinum and in a protective wood case. Have you seen one of these before?

I saw that lot offered, but didn’t look closely enough to notice that album. Do you have it in hand yet? If not, let us know if there are any markings when you get it. Have not seen it before.

It shipped today. I reached out to the seller and he confirmed it was a platinum album housed in a custom wood case that opens like a tri-fold. He said the case was original to the album. I saw one of these auctioned off from the Clemente estate recently but couldn't find the auction. I thought it was a Hunt auction. Nonetheless, I thought it was sufficiently unusual and cool looking to add it to my collection. I will post a better photo when I have it in hand.

Hi Mike!
 

I won that lot from the Hunt auction! A little strange that a second one popped up - anyone know anything about how or why they would make something like this? We'll have to compare notes when you get yours. Was it on ebay or where?

It was on Ebay. I paid $90 deleivered for the lot. My understanding is that platinum albums are awarded for albums selling a million copies. However, I would be shocked if that record sold at that rate. But then again what do I know?

As noted earlier in the thread, there were 2 different tickets for different concert times. Picked up the second type.

1973 Benefit Concert ticket (7:00 show time)...


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Nice pickup where did you come across it?

Mike,

It was on eBay a couple of months ago. I think I saw another one on there a couple of weeks ago, but not sure if it’s still listed.

This is why I should never search closed listings. I believe this is an uncut sheet of a very rare early 1970s team issued set. I have seen the Robertson, Sands, and Gene Clines sell individually prior to this. The sheet does have Clemente on it, albeit in rough condition, I thought I would share it here. Does anyone recognize this set?

That’s a great sheet Mike. Did you miss out on the original auction and see it when searching completed auctions? I thought I had the Clemente, but it appears I don’t. I have a different pose with name in white box that I got from Howard. I had it as a 1971 team issue.

https://photos.imageevent.com/docpat...ssueGlossy.jpg

Holy sheet
 

I have a few different issues in slightly different sizes and croppings of that image. Not sure if I have that exact one - will try to take a look.

1968 IDS booklet (Baseball’s Incredible Year)...


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Awsome Clemente, I wonder what that set is called? It is the same image as the 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates Action Photos. The Clemente pictured below (not mine) http://loveofthegameauctions.com/mob...entoryid=12660 the Stargell and Clines are from that set. The Bob Robertson is the same as the one on thesheet. They are apparently difficult to find. I do t believe PSA even has the Clines listed as a card in the 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates Action Photos set.

Here it is Howard, the case is a tri-fold and is very heavy, the platinum LP is behind a pane of thick glass. I have also I included a few items I picked up as a result of this thread

Great pickups Mike!

Hi Mike!
 

Great pickup. I have to find the one I got in the hunt auction - as I recall yours is "fancier" - mine was just the platinum record in the standard sleeve.

Just picked this up
 

from a long time acquaintance and fellow board member! Thanks for the opportunity. This is the only proof in the PSA database and in incredible condition despite the "A" qualifier.

Wow...

Congrats! That’s a great proof

1972 Post Gazette Daily Magazine full section...


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Surprisingly difficult postcard to find.

1973 TCMA postcard...


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Many years after picking up the 1971 Boston Globe insert, I was finally able to acquire this next insert which is very similar.


1972 Baltimore Sun insert...


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At the time I won the Boston Globe, the seller also had the Baltimore Sun, but I lost out on it. So glad to have finally added it.

Nice pick-ups for my own selfish reasons I am pleased that you are keeping this thread alive.

Thanks Mike! You need to post MORE of your items.

Nice Newspaper inserts Mike!
 

I don't think I've posted either of these super rare items before:

1st up is the HIGHLY elusive 1967 Venezuelan - 1 of the 2 highest graded and imho one of the toughest Clemente cards to find in any condition!

Next is the 1962 Dapper Dan dinner program honoring Clemente with an image of him on the cover - somewhere I also have a ticket stub from the dinner!

Those are great Howard! I have never seen that Dapper Dan program before. I have seen the other cover (1972) a few times.

Very NICE! The Venz looks great as well as really like the look of the program. By the way that ‘69 Super proof is very cool!

He was actually on 3!
 

1962 was the first, 1967 and 1972. Anyone happen to have the 67 to post a picture or do I need t dig mine up?

The 62 is far and away the toughest pf the 3 (imo) I think I've only seen 1 or 2 others. The 72 is next hardest and the 67 ironically the "easiest" albeit not easy. The 62 and 72 are smaller format - the 1967 full magazine size.


Great story behind the 67 Venezuelan. It was once owned by John Rumierz. He introduced me to Venezuelan cards back in the mid-late 90's at the Willow Grove show. Oh to be back at his table again - just about you name it - he had it (don't bother looking him up, all the good stuff is LONG gone). The first time I saw them I thought they might be a scam!! John explained to me what they were and I (mostly) believed him. I bought a bunch of bigger name HOFers from him (mostly lesser expensive ones (heck his Ryan rookies were the most expensive at around 1k) - as I wanted to do some research and learn more before investing any real money). I bought a bunch of other Clemente cards from him that were in the 40-100 range. When I asked him the price on the 67 - he told me 1k (as much as the Ryan rookie!!) - When I asked him why, he explained that it was the only copy of that card he had ever seen!! I passed on it. I "visited" it 3 months and 6 months later at the same WIllow Grove show. In the mean time I could find very little information about the Venezuelans outside of verifying they were in fact legit. I think it was about a year after I first saw it, I called John who was kind enough to negotiate a little bit, and pulled the trigger. PSA has graded only 9 total copies of this card - 2 - 5's, 1-3, 1-2, 4-1's and 1 - Authentic. Rare both for it's incredible condition as well as in an absolute sense - over about 30 years looking, I have only seen this card publicly 2x - I just missed the graded 3 (Josh was a little quicker than me ;-)) and I owned (since sold) a raw copy that would have been a 1 or "A"

I don't purchase too much modern, but I like this card. Has an old school feel to it, although thinner card stock than the 1970 & 1971 Topps Supers.

2019 Topps Heritage Box Loader & Wrapper (same image as 1970 Topps card)...


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Picked up a very hard to find item to go along with the 1973 Thank You card.

1973 Clemente family Appreciation card...


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Very cool companion piece. I even like the envelope with the postal stamp.

Also, I’m with you I don’t pick up much of the modern stuff, but I like the box topper. I picked up a Brooks one as well when they came out. Liked the look...

Nice pick up Mike. I need one of those myself.

Thanks Mark & Mike!

Mike, there was another one on eBay I think last week, but it had a hefty price tag ($500). The seller has relisted it a few times, so I’m sure he’ll relist it again. He did offer a Best Offer option I think.

Trying to put a run of Pirates pocket schedules from 1955-1972 (the schedules from the 1950s are tough to find). Here are a few years I don't think I've posted yet...

1962...

https://photos.imageevent.com/docpat...962Pirates.jpg

1963...

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1972...

https://photos.imageevent.com/docpat...972Pirates.jpg

Strange how the Pirates/Allegheny Motor Inn used an old Roger Maris graphic on their schedule. Perhaps a subtle dig about the 1960 World Series?

Attachment 352510

You’ve got a good eye Darren, I never would have known had you not pointed it out.

Picked up a couple of extra 1973 Pirates pocket schedules...


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Sorry it's taken almost a year to respond to this, Howard. I picked this up a few years ago and it's the only contribution I can make to the topic of blank backs:
(FYI for those counting, only 2 other blank backs posted so far to this thread: 1970 T regular [pg 15] and 1975 T MVP flashback [pg 17])

1957 Topps (blank back)

That’s a great card!

Thanks docpatlv. If you really like it (rather than just being polite), then I'd like to gift it to you in appreciation of your thread and all you've done for it.

For various reasons it doesn't "fit" into my collection. I got it since it seemed scarce, yet not particularly pricey; but now it is an odd one out for me, and I'd be thoroughly satisfied if it found a good appreciative home...seriously, let me know.

WOW, very nice and classy gesture, that card couldn't find a better home than docpatlv's collection. Kudos to you!

I don't mind that this is OC. I like this pix to begin with and I'm not that fond of the grey borders anyhow (though they have grown on me over time).

I am blown away by your offer! I’d love to have it, I sent you a PM.

Mike

Fairly recent pickup in a trade with Mike (71buc), thanks again Mike!


1972 Dapper Dan Program & Ticket...


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1972 Elliot Service Company Poster...


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wow!!!!

Thanks Mark, it’s the only one I’ve ever seen.

Clemente
 

I’ve never seen that poster before and it’s just so cool looking. “Need” to get that thing framed (nicely) and up in a prominent place :D

Wonder where that bat is?

Well, after a seemingly neverending trip up and down the east coast, Roberto's 1957 Topps blank back has found a new home.

I can't thank Michael (Empty77) enough for his generosity. As I told him, it is the most generous gift I have ever received on Net54. He was a class act all the way through, even when the card seemed to be delivered to the wrong address at one point. It all worked out and I am ecstatic to add him to the collection.

Thanks again Michael!!!


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Awesome error card.

Thanks Ben!

cf. pg 12 #577 / RC Sports City telethon poster + ad (1981)
 

FYI: Hunt has one right now, lot #282 finishing 7/9 in live format it seems, no bids yet.

I saw that one. It's has attracted some bidders as it's now at $520. That's almost twice what I paid for mine. It's hard to place a value on such items due to scarcity. It is a beautiful item if you are in to Clemente. I'm curious what it will bring in on Tuesday.

Michael & Mike,

It is a great poster, saw Mike post on the memorabilia side it's from 1981. Did not know that.

Speaking of posters, here's one from 2019. I just liked the way it looked. It's for The Clemente Museum block party. If you've never seen photos of the museum, its worth doing a search. He has some amazing Clemente items.


https://photos.imageevent.com/docpat...20-%20Copy.jpg

It is curious, since it had been live for days to weeks with no bids and a min bid of $100 if I recall, and then within a few hours of when I mentioned it here, it's up to $500...makes it appear I'm plugging it or have something invested in the outcome...which I don't other than it finds a good home. When I saw the lot I remembered the pic from this thread and the discussion that it was scarce and thought it worth mentioning in case one of the few dedicated readers here was on the lookout for one.

Also curious, and I may be wrong here, but I could swear that the lot description said "circa 1970s" yesterday before my post, and the reason I remember is because I chuckled to myself about it, knowing the discussion in this thread. Now the lot description reads "circa 1980s", which still hedges, but it certainly seems like someone from Hunts is scanning this forum (or a reader alerted them) and bothered to edit the write-up. Kudos to them for that. Too often the AH's don't bother to clarify mistakes pointed out to them, presumably when the original is perceived to be in their favor.

Thanks for the suggestion. Not being in the area, I did not know about the museum and although subconsciously probably presumed there were museums I had never made the effort to research it. Now that I know, I anticipate arranging to stop in when near enough or just planning a deliberate trip for it.

Usually by appointment
 

I knew Dwayne years ago - Great stand up guy - equally great photographer and Clemente fan. Used to have some of the stuff sold in the family Auction - haven't been in years, but used to be AWESOME! In a great old firehouse too. Double check about operating hours or by appointment?

I just picked up a 1962 Bazooka 20 piece box at the National.

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That is a great box! Congrats Rats...any other rare Clemente items?

Rats awsome pick up I saw that at the National its is an impressive addition to your collection Congratulations! There ere a lot of nice Clememte items. I was searching for 1971 Pirate stubs and could not find one in the entire place despite three full days searching. Multiple dealers told me that they attributed this to Clemente collectors. They said anything related to Clemente was highly sought after. I saw one 1969 MLB Pinback but at $500 I couldn't pull the trigger. I saw one Clemente bust bank in poor condition. There was one 1960 World Champion fan missing the tassels. I also saw two pair of sneakers in the original boxes. Both sellers were asking $1400.

Mike, those prices do seem high. Are you talking about the red, white and blue MLB pinback? It does seem to be tough to find, but I don’t think I would’ve paid $500 for it either.

That is my only new item.

I noticed a lot of high prices too, but there were some items that were reasonably priced. It seems that there are a lot more Clemente collectors than when I first started out, so dealers are starting out high. You have to try to haggle them down to something reasonable.

Yes that"s the one. I wanted it badly but at not at $500. This show also had some awsome Clemente bats on display. Taube had a Momen Clemente bat. I am now tempted to sell off some of my non Pirate/Clemente items to purchase a Clemente gamer.

Brooks Robinson
 

Mike,

I’ll take the Brooks Robinson box and glove combo when you start that process :D

Mark I was offered 2K for that item this weekend and passed. I'm sure that was quite a crazy for me to do.

That’s a decent offer for the glove/box. Hopefully you’ll be able to pick up another and be able to sell with the other... I was just kidding a little bit by calling it a Brooks piece (even though Clemente is pictured as well).

Wow!
 

Floyd,

Holy crap - that was a HUGE score!! I own the only other 20 piece Clemente I have ever seen in 30 years - and yours is in MUCH better shape than mine!! Insanely tough box! Who had it? What is it graded?

Mike,

1 - I agree that 2k is an insane number to pass up for that glove and box
2 - If it was mine, I might have passed it up too!