365 Days of Roberto Clemente

[hcv123]

1971 Action photos uncut sheet

Clemente sneakers new with tags in original box

[hcv123]

I had to sell some stuff to raise funds for my divorce - this was one of the items to go. It is a store model glove that got the "gold glove treatment". I have never seen another. I feel better knowing it is in a good home! Hey Mark - another item for your Brooks want list!

[Mark70Z]

Originally Posted by hcv123

Hey Mark - another item for your Brooks want list!

I know I’ve never seen the Clemente/Brooks “gold” glove before. Pretty cool item; may be a one of a kind piece. I’ll snag the pic and save for future reference.

[docpatlv]

Day 227


I have no idea where this next item was distributed, but I believe it is definitely period from 1973. It is on heavy paper stock and measures roughly 9 x 12.


1973 Memorial Sheet...

[docpatlv]

Day 228


1977 (or later) Hall of Fame Pennant (Blue)...

[rats60]

Wouldn't that be later? Whitey Ford & Mickey Mantle 1974, Ralph Kiner 1975 and Ernie Banks 1977 are on it.

[docpatlv]

Originally Posted by rats60

Wouldn't that be later? Whitey Ford & Mickey Mantle 1974, Ralph Kiner 1975 and Ernie Banks 1977 are on it.

Yes, I guess so, I only focused on Roberto and since he was on the end, I assumed he was the last player added, so I dated it 1973.

I will change it to 1977 at the earliest.

Thanks rats!

[71buc]

[QUOTE=docpatlv;1803689]Day 227


I have no idea where this next item was distributed, but I believe it is definitely period from 1973. It is on heavy paper stock and measures roughly 9 x 12.


1973 Memorial Sheet...

Mike, I picked up one of these from the Clemente Family Collection during the National. I recently came across a seller who was disassembling a scrapbook originating from Puerto Rico. I purchased the spanish version from him. The lot included newspaper clippings which served to illuminate this items origin. Apparently they were given out to attendees of the public memorial at Hiram Bithorn Stadium for Clemente and the others who lost thier lives on that mission of mercy. The Arch Bishop of San Juan said that Clemente was destined to die on a mission of love and that the life of Clemente had become a bonfire for Puerto Ricans. He claimed the ocean is the best grave for such a beloved universal figure.

[hcv123]

I have the English version. I've not seen the Spanish version before. Super cool and even cooler to know the origin! Thanks for sharing

[docpatlv]

[QUOTE=71buc;1946279]

Originally Posted by docpatlv

Day 227


I have no idea where this next item was distributed, but I believe it is definitely period from 1973. It is on heavy paper stock and measures roughly 9 x 12.


1973 Memorial Sheet...

Mike, I picked up one of these from the Clemente Family Collection during the National. I recently came across a seller who was disassembling a scrapbook originating from Puerto Rico. I purchased the spanish version from him. The lot included newspaper clippings which served to illuminate this items origin. Apparently they were given out to attendees of the public memorial at Hiram Bithorn Stadium for Clemente and the others who lost thier lives on that mission of mercy. The Arch Bishop of San Juan said that Clemente was destined to die on a mission of love and that the life of Clemente had become a bonfire for Puerto Ricans. He claimed the ocean is the best grave for such a beloved universal figure.

Mike,

That Spanish version is great! Like Howard, another I’ve never seen before. It’s great that there are items we’ve never seen before still popping up in this thread.

Was it from SS collectors?

[71buc]

Yes, that was the source. Fred that box is incredible.

[docpatlv]

Originally Posted by hcv123

1971 Action photos uncut sheet

Clemente sneakers new with tags in original box

Great pickups Howard! That uncut sheet is very nice. At first I thought it was the same as the photo I picked up from you, but then I noticed it was slightly different. Any idea who issued the photo you sold me?




Day 225


1960s (1947-66) Exhibit Blank back...

[71buc]

Beautiful items Howard. That glove is awesome.

[hcv123]

[QUOTE=docpatlv;1803123]Great pickups Howard! That uncut sheet is very nice. At first I thought it was the same as the photo I picked up from you, but then I noticed it was slightly different. Any idea who issued the photo you sold me?




It is a team issued photo. PSA doesn't grade them, but other than the couple I've owned, I don't recall seeing them around.

[docpatlv]

Day 226


This next item is fairly common and can easily be found...


Feb. 1973 Roto Magazine...





...and this next one is not so common. I wasn't even aware it existed until this year. Strange how the previous one is easy to find, yet this one issued 2 mos later is not.


April 1973 Roto Magazine...

[tjisonline]

[QUOTE=hcv123;1803240]

Originally Posted by docpatlv

Great pickups Howard! That uncut sheet is very nice. At first I thought it was the same as the photo I picked up from you, but then I noticed it was slightly different. Any idea who issued the photo you sold me?







It is a team issued photo. PSA doesn't grade them but other than the couple I've owned, I don't recall seeing them around.

Originally Posted by hcv123

I had to sell some stuff to raise funds for my divorce - this was one of the items to go. It is a store model glove that got the "gold glove treatment". I have never seen another. I feel better knowing it is in a good home! Hey Mark - another item for your Brooks want list!

Hi Howard, Thank you so much for posting this information & Docpatlv asking about it . Been trying to find more info about this team issue card. I assume this is also a 1971 issue. Wonder why PSA stopped grading it. Oh well. Thanks again.

[71buc]

TJ, Those with the white box are 1971 team issued Sunday photos. They were distributed to fans for autograph sessions conducted at Three Rivers Stadium prior to Sunday day games. There is not a definitive checklist. The autographed ones I have in my collection are as follows. I do not have a signed Clemente portrait version*. I hope this helps.

Alley
Blass
Briles
Clemente action
Clemente portrait*
Clines
Davalillo
Robertson
Moose
Oceak
Oliver
Bob Prince
Grant
Nelson
Johnson
Osborne
Ricketts
Clings
Giusti
Sanguillen
Veale
Walker
May
Hernandez

[tjisonline]

Hi Mike,
Sorry for the late reply. This is great. Thank you so much for this information. Was having a really though time finding anything. Now I can try different searches with your provided info. Many thanks.

TJ

Originally Posted by 71buc

TJ, Those with the white box are 1971 team issued Sunday photos. They were distributed to fans for autograph sessions conducted at Three Rivers Stadium prior to Sunday day games. There is not a definitive checklist. The autographed ones I have in my collection are as follows. I do not have a signed Clemente portrait version*. I hope this helps.

Alley
Blass
Briles
Clemente action
Clemente portrait*
Clines
Davalillo
Robertson
Moose
Oceak
Oliver
Bob Prince
Grant
Nelson
Johnson
Osborne
Ricketts
Clings
Giusti
Sanguillen
Veale
Walker
May
Hernandez

[Chstrite]

SOLD SOLD SOLDFor Sale or Trade - 1969 Transogram Complete Box, Roberto Clemente. Please look closely. This box is in very poor condition. The top lid / picture is a bit damaged. Price stamp. The larger card has a crease. The cellophane is damaged. Not an impressive Box but it is a Clemente!!! I would prefer a trade for one of the 1969 Transogram Complete Boxes I am missing (Allen, Callison, Seaver, Swoboda, Banks or McCarver). If no trade, I will take $260 shipped. Pay Pal. Email me at charles.strite@yahoo.com. SOLD SOLD SILD

[71buc]

Originally Posted by docpatlv

Great pickups Howard! That uncut sheet is very nice. At first I thought it was the same as the photo I picked up from you, but then I noticed it was slightly different. Any idea who issued the photo you sold me?




Day 225

Mike, Ever since you posted this piece I have been searching for one for my own collection. At every turn I encountered a dead end. Last month my local card shop asked me to examine some Clemente items they were selling on consignment . I was stunned to see this one among those items. The card and autograph were obtained by the owner when he was a child. He said he got it when his dad took him to a promotional event at a local Pittsburgh department store. He obviously took great care of as its in pristine condition. I was certain that it was an authentic autograph. Nonetheless, for my own peace of mind I decided to make an offer contingent that it pass TPA. It just passed JSA. I sold some non-Pirate items that were not terribly important and closed the deal. To say that I'm thrilled is an understatement. I'm sharing it here because those in my immediate social circle are less than impressed and in disbelief that I actually spent "THAT KND OF MONEY" on a "LITTLE PICTURE" I'm surrounded by Philistines. Happy Holidays to all of my more enlightened friends here on Net54.

[hcv123]

Originally Posted by 71buc

Mike, Ever since you posted this piece I have been searching for one for my own collection. At every turn I encountered a dead end. Last month my local card shop asked me to examine some Clemente items they were selling on consignment . I was stunned to see this one among those items. The card and autograph were obtained by the owner when he was a child. He said he got it when his dad took him to a promotional event at a local Pittsburgh department store. He obviously took great care of as its in pristine condition. I was certain that it was an authentic autograph. Nonetheless, for my own peace of mind I decided to make an offer contingent that it pass TPA. It just passed JSA. I sold some non-Pirate items that were not terribly important and closed the deal. To say that I'm thrilled is an understatement. I'm sharing it here because those in my immediate social circle are less than impressed and in disbelief that I actually spent "THAT KND OF MONEY" on a "LITTLE PICTURE" I'm surrounded by Philistines. Happy Holidays to all of my more enlightened friends here on Net54.

Thanks for the Kudos on the yearbook. Right back at you on the autographed 71 action card. That Mays photo is pretty cool too. I have also seen (and been the underbidder on) the composite photo used on that page!

[docpatlv]

Originally Posted by 71buc

Mike, Ever since you posted this piece I have been searching for one for my own collection. At every turn I encountered a dead end. Last month my local card shop asked me to examine some Clemente items they were selling on consignment . I was stunned to see this one among those items. The card and autograph were obtained by the owner when he was a child. He said he got it when his dad took him to a promotional event at a local Pittsburgh department store. He obviously took great care of as its in pristine condition. I was certain that it was an authentic autograph. Nonetheless, for my own peace of mind I decided to make an offer contingent that it pass TPA. It just passed JSA. I sold some non-Pirate items that were not terribly important and closed the deal. To say that I'm thrilled is an understatement. I'm sharing it here because those in my immediate social circle are less than impressed and in disbelief that I actually spent "THAT KND OF MONEY" on a "LITTLE PICTURE" I'm surrounded by Philistines. Happy Holidays to all of my more enlightened friends here on Net54.

Mike,

AWESOME pickup!!! Sorry, just getting around to seeing it. There’s not a more deserving collection for it to reside than yours.

I can’t remember the last time I picked up any RC items. It seems as of late I have been buying more cars than cards…

Great acquisition Mike!!!

[71buc]

The Roberto Clemente Museum has released a 50th Anniversary calendar that is beautiful. They printed 3000 numbered pieces. The calendar is truly a work of art and any Clemente collector would be impressed and happy to add it to their collection so I thought I would share it here for anyone who might be interested.



Mike

[Empty77]

Thanks for the tip Mike! I ordered one.

[hcv123]

I don't recall if we've delved into publications/magazines /newspapers on this thread (I vaguely recall some of the magazines from Puerto Rico). Anyway, I have a couple of boxes of this kind of stuff. I sent some of the better condition ones to be entombed by CGC and figured I'd share the results. I'll also use it as an opportunity to invite others to share their Clemente related publications!