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Originally Posted by Donscards
Mark---I looked at this A's piece weeks ago and told my friend Chris Smith---I just couldnt put a value on it---but it is ironic you picked this piece, because I loved it too----what do u think it will go thanks, Don
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Don:
Great observation... I think the potential price variance on this particular piece is as great as any lot in the entire auction.
Technically it is an "altered" piece, and that could drive some "purists" away. But few would argue that the alteration represents a tremendous and beautiful enhancement to the original composite. It is far more attractive than the B&W version, and is as much a work of art as it is memorabilia.
So I think the price could land just about anywhere. Early Athletics collectors are passionate, and always tend to open their wallets. It currently sits at $1,900 (as I am writing this) but I am estimating it will end up in the high $3,000s (perhaps around $4K with the juice). That's just a guess though... if just two people really want it, you never know where it will land!
How about that 1916 Red Sox Pennant? The seller did well to take it off ebay, and squeeze it into REA. The tip is a bit ragged, but it's otherwise quite nice. Anyone rendering a guess as to the final price?