Lot 117
Track and Field Olympians. Signatures. Track and field heroes at midcentury received as much, if not more, attention than they do today. This lot of five items includes signed Time Magazines featuring some Olympic standouts from the past. "Blazin'" Ben Eastman inscribes a July 11, 1932, cover, "Best wishes" and a letter from Eastman is included. Mel Patton signed a 1948 magazine; Bob Mathias inscribed "All the best," on a July 1952 issue; Parry O'Brien signed a 1956 Time magazine; and, Rafer Johnson inscribed "Best wishes" on a 1960 magazine. There is some adhesive residue at the bottom right corner of the Mathias issue, some discoloration at the spine of the Eastman issue and some general wear, but the overall condition of these magazines is good to fine.
These are great names in the history of track and field including record setters, style makers and groundbreakers alike. These Time Magazines are a great way to bring back those memories.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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| Realized $311 |
