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In 1972 during Roberto Clemente’s last at bat; he got his 3000th hit before his untimely demise in a plane crash on New Year’s Eve (December 31, 1972). Clemente received accolade upon accolade during his baseball career. He won the MVP award, helped guide the Bucs to 2 World Championships, named to 15 All-Star teams, 4x NL batting champion, 12x gold glove winner, and was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame just 6 months after his death.
He was one of the great humanitarians to ever grace the baseball diamond and he died the same way he played the game; creating excellence.
This 8x10 photographic black-and-white likeness -- issued by the Pirates in the 1960s -- is an exceptional portrayal of selfless hero Roberto Clemente in his Bucs vest. In red ballpoint pen, the Hall of Famer has executed his trademark, two-tier signature, which projects superbly against the stark white background of his uniform top. He added the salutation of, “Best Wishes, Mike”
If your name is Mike or you are shopping for the ultimate gift for a baseball fan named Mike or Michael; this may be your shot at delivering them their holy grail!
Additional full LOA from JSA.
Item: 10788
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