This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/27/2015
Roberto Clemente serves as a fabled figure in sports even to this day. With his extensive charity work & uncommon road to the Majors through the Puerto Rican league, Clemente was bigger than the game itself in nearly every regard. Due to Clemente's untimely death in 1972, signed items in any format are scarce, but oddly enough signed action photos such as this offering remain a much rarer medium than even the highly coveted single signed spheres. This 4" x 6" black & white magazine photo displays arguably Clemente's most feared attribute, his hitting. Winning an amazing 4 NL batting championships over his career, Clemente is seen in this image making another impressive swing at a pitch. Signed in blue ballpoint by Clemente with a signature strength of a projected "7-8." Small amount of adhesive residue to the back top edge from previous framing, but overall in fine condition. We guarantee this lot to pass PSA/DNA or JSA authentication, and full certification can be arranged for an additional fee (please contact us at Contactus@iconicauctions.com for further details).