What does everything think of this Mickey Mantle
 

While I'm pretty good with Mantles, I have never seen a signed basketball. I am interested in purchasing this item, and would like everybody's opinion on it.

I value your input.

Thank you!

http://www.aacsautographs.com/sep6/2070.jpg

EDIT- Title should read What does everyone think of the Mickey Mantle

hmm...
 

A single signed mickey mantle on a basketball is unique. If your thinking purchasing, price is a huge factor. If your able to get it at the equivalent price of a single signed ball then it seems like a good deal. But, I'm sure the person wants more. Personally, I prefer Mickey Mantle items related to baseball. At times you see an authentic golf ball but that is not for me. I would rather spend my $$$ on a type I photo of mantle or a obtain a vintage signed piece. Lastly, I would get a psa quick opinion before throwing down money. Obviously, if they deem it "likely not genuine" you've got to walk. Hope this helps w/ your decision.

Thank you for the reply.

I would like to own it since it is a unique piece.

i'm no expert, but it looks good to me...plus, think of it this way...if someone were to forge his sig on an item...who the hell would choice a basketball to do it on? ;)

I was thinking the same thing as Michael (about the basketball as a medium), and also believe the autograph to be authentic.

I don't think you can get a PSA quick opinion unless it's on ebay. That would be a nice measure of "insurance" but I still think you would be ok without it.

Quick Opinion
 

I think the signature looks good too. However, psa has a non-ebay quick opinion. For instance, you can submit this link and they will let you know for $7.49 (i think).

Two Mantle signed basketballs in a month...
 

This is another from a recent net54 thread, to compare to:

http://www.net54baseball.com/showthr...=113851&page=6