Period-Signed 1951 Topps Ringside James J. Braddock #24 PSA VG-EX+ 4.5, PSA/DNA Auto 9 - From The Golden Age Collection....

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Period-Signed 1951 Topps Ringside James J. Braddock #24 PSA VG-EX+ 4.5, PSA/DNA Auto 9 - From The Golden Age Collection. Boxer James J. Braddock, the underdog heavyweight champion who inspired millions during the Great Depression, remains a symbol of resilience in boxing history. This 1951 Topps Ringside card (#24) is a standout from the sport's premier vintage set and features a rare period-authenticated autograph from Braddock in blue ink. His life and boxing career played out on the big screen when he was portrayed by actor Russell Crowe in the 2005 movie Cinderella Man. Graded PSA VG-EX+ 4.5 with a certified PSA/DNA Auto 9.

More Information: The Golden Age Collection
Heritage Auctions is honored to introduce to the sports collectibles marketplace one of the finest collections of vintage signed sports cards ever assembled. This remarkable collection was meticulously cultivated by a single passionate visionary over many decades, with nearly every piece bearing a signature that matches the vintage of its medium. At the core of the collection is a breathtaking run of signed cards spanning several years from the late 1940s through the mid-1950s, widely regarded as the golden age of post-war sports cards. It includes complete or near-complete signed sets from many of the most coveted baseball issues of the period, including 1948-55 Bowman and 1952–1955 Topps runs. Also included are 1948 Bowman Basketball and seldom seen autographed football sets, such as 1948-55 Bowman, 1948 Leaf, and 1950s Topps sets. Each set is a masterclass in curation. In addition to iconic stars and Hall of Famers, there are countless cards bearing period signatures that are incredibly tough to find, either due to the short lives of the players or the relative obscurity of their careers. For set collectors and autograph purists alike, this grouping represents an unfathomable opportunity.

The collection's strength lies in its harmony of condition, completeness, and character, which is an homage to the pure intentions of its creator. With impeccable provenance and a once-in-a-generation level of aesthetic quality, this collection is a celebration of the intersection of sport, history and the spirit of collecting, offering pieces that transcend the hobby and enter the realm of legacy.


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