MAY 2012 PREMIER INTERNET AUCTION
Mon, Apr 30, 2012 05:00PM EDT - Sun, May 20, 2012 01:00PM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 561
1965-66 ROBERTO CLEMENTE SIGNED PUERTO RICAN LEAGUE BASEBALL CONTRACT
Sold for
$3,769.20
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
| $1,500,000 | $150,000 |
While Hiram Bithorn was the first Puerto Rican to play in the major leagues Roberto Clemente is the most famous. In this signed contract Clemente agreed to play for Los Nuevos Senadores for the 1965-66 Puerto Rican winter season for $1000 per month. He also held baseball clinics for kids. In 1965 Clemente enjoyed another All-Star and Gold Glove season leading the league in batting at .329. Despite fatigue as he did every year Clemente headed to his native island to play for the Senators. The winter ball must have been good for him as he won his only NL MVP in the 1966 MLB season. Clemente's influence on Puerto Rican players continues to this day. Bernie Williams remarked "Growing up in Puerto Rico we got to learn a lot about his character it was obvious that not only was he one of the greatest players but a great human being as well." The contract is in overall excellent condition with minor wear and folds. Clemente's blue ink signature rates 9 out of 10 minimally.
Pre-certified by PSA/DNA.
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