This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/1/2017
The 1996 New York Yankees would start a new era in MLB history, one which the Majors had seen in the past - the beginning of a New York Yankees dynasty. Signed items from the 1996 teams are a bit different from their later counterparts, with no known team sit down signings. The lack of Steiner Sports signing contracts for the Yankees in this time makes these rookie-era Rivera & Jeter relics highly desirable. On August 25, 1996, the New York Yankees honored one of the best to ever play, Mickey Mantle, following his untimely death. During that game only a limited Mickey Mantle Day Official American League baseball was used in play. With not all the baseballs used, the Yankees signed a handful of extra's that day for family & friends which are seldom seen in the market. Offered here is one of those extreme rarities, signed prior to Jeter's first title in 1996, this Mickey Mantle day OAL baseball signed by 30+ members of the dynasty starting team in various inks. Notables include: Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, Joe Torre, Jeff Nelson, Cecil Fielder, Wade Boggs, David Cone, Andy Pettitte, Joe Girardi, John Wetteland, Mel Stottlemyre, Paul O'Neill, Dwight Gooden, Bernie Williams. Overall this rare offering remains in fine condition with minor toning. Easily one of the most desirable & rare team signed spheres from the 90's Yankees dynasty. This item has been reviewed by Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) and is guaranteed to pass their authentication. Full certification for this item can be acquired for an additional fee. Please contact our offices at 1-800-325-7127 or email us at Info@IconicAuctions.com for pricing and details.