Bidspirit auction | I01553 | A Collection of

I01553 | A Collection of Autographed St. Louis Cardinals and Browns Photographs and Memorabilia - BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Collection of Autographed St. Louis Cardinals and Browns Photographs and Memorabilia This collection features autographed photographs and promotional materials primarily related to the St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Browns baseball franchises. The lot contains twelve signed items, including several from Hall of Fame members and notable team figures. Featured autographs include a color 8x10 photograph of Hall of Fame pitcher Steve Carlton, a color 8x10 photograph of Hall of Fame outfielder Enos Slaughter, and a color 8x10 photograph of manager Whitey Herzog. Other signed 8x10 photographs include Joaquin Andujar (inscribed #47), Bill White (uniform #12), Bill Virdon, and Joe Garagiola. The collection also includes a signed black and white photograph of Virgil Trucks in a St. Louis Browns uniform. Smaller signed items consist of two pieces from Ned Garver, including a St. Louis Browns photograph and a 1951 commemorative card, and two items from Bob Duliba, comprising a sketch-style print and a promotional photograph. Authentication materials accompanying the lot include a Thrill of Victory Certificate of Authenticity for the Whitey Herzog photograph, two All Star Cards & Collectibles Certificates of Authenticity for the Joaquin Andujar and Virgil Trucks photographs, and a handwritten provenance note regarding Bill Virdon. Photographs primarily 8 x 10 inches. Provenance / Authentication Note: This item originates from a single-owner collection assembled by a dedicated sports fan (with a strong focus on Notre Dame and New York Yankees memorabilia). The collector actively pursued autographs over many years through in-person events, including games, autograph shows, and visits to National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum during player events, as well as through direct mail requests to athletes and celebrities. The collection included supporting material such as handwritten correspondence sent to athletes (in some cases with payment enclosed), along with photographs of the collector with various signers. A portion of this same collection was featured in our March 21st auction, where multiple items were authenticated by James Spence Authentication (JSA). In regards to any items with signature(s): While this specific item(s) may not be individually submitted for third-party authentication, it originates from the same collection and shows consistency with previously authenticated pieces. As with many large autograph collections, there may be a small number of facsimile or clubhouse-style signatures present, but for the most part we have seen AUTHENTIC SIGNATURES within the collection. Based on the overall provenance and our review, we maintain a strong level of confidence in the authenticity of most items. Bidders are encouraged to review all photos carefully and bid according to their own level of comfort. No additional authentication documentation is included unless visible within the lot photos. Please reach out with any questions.