This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/13/2015
Roger Maris to this day is considered by many the real single season home run king, lighting up the baseball World in 1961 by hitting "61 in 61", eclipsing Mantle & The Babe in the process. Despite the fame of becoming the single season home run king, Maris would often step away from the limelight, including when he would sign many baseballs. Maris single signed baseballs are among the most desirable of all non-Hall of Fame signatures, but especially those examples where he graced the sacred sweet spot. Maris would often opt to sign on side panels due to his humble nature, but not on this stunning creamy sphere. Offered here is easily one of the finest Maris singles we have ever encountered, signed on the sweet spot of an Official League baseball in vibrant blue ballpoint by Maris with no major defects to speak of whatsoever. For those that demand only the finest quality single signed baseballs, this sphere would rival those of the most particular collectors in the hobby. Full letter of authenticity from James Spence Authentication (JSA).