Extremely Rare First Day Issue "Ban Johnson" Commemorative Centennial Envelope with Signatures of 11 Original Baseball Hall of Fame Inductees. This auction features an incredibly unique and historically significant piece of American and Baseball history: a first day issue "Byron Bancroft (Ban) Johnson" commemorative centennial envelope postmarked on June 12th at 9AM from Cooperstown, New York. The issue date and location make this item incredibly rare, as it was released to commemorate the grand opening of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown on June 12th, 1939. Adding further rarity and historical significance to this lot, the envelope bears the autographs of 11 living original inductees who attended the opening day ceremonies. These are some of the most legendary figures in the history of baseball: Babe Ruth - The Sultan of Swat, Ty Cobb - The Georgia Peach, Cy Young - Namesake of the annual award for the best pitcher, Connie Mack - The Grand Old Man of Baseball, Larry Lajoie - Renowned slugger and second baseman, Eddie Collins - A dominant fixture on multiple World Series-winning teams, Tris Speaker - Considered one of the best outfielders of all time, Walter Johnson - The Big Train who was one of the most dominant pitchers in baseball history, Grover A. Alexander - One of the dominating pitchers in the golden age of baseball, George Sisler - A prominent figure during the 1920s and one of the period's great hitters, J. Honus Wagner - The Flying Dutchman, considered one of the greatest players in history. Each signature is uniquely authentic, providing a tangible thread of each player's personal history. This item is a must-have for any serious baseball memorabilia collector, encapsulating an unparalleled assemblage of talent in one piece. The envelope remains remarkably well-preserved after nearly a century. Despite minor signs of aging, it stands as a profound tribute to the rich heritage of America's pastime. The centennial envelope is dedicated to Ban Johnson, the first President of the American League and one of the architects of modern baseball. His role in the establishment and development of the sport adds another layer of meaningful history to the significant value stored in this keepsake. This lot represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for any avid baseball fan, historian, or collector to own a piece of sports history that truly reflects the timeless glory and transformative personalities of the game. Don't miss this chance to secure your own personal piece of the game's legacy. Authenticity has been verified by leading forensic experts. A detailed Letter and Certificate of Authenticity will be included in the purchase. The Opinion of Authenticity is guaranteed by "Scientific Authentication Company", the forensic authentication service that performed the forensic analysis.

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