(LOT 296)
c. 1947 Jackie Robinson Original Type I Photo Used For His 1948 Old Gold Cigarettes Card PSA/DNA Encapsulated & LOA
This 8x10 Photo was taken in 1947 during his rookie season with the Brooklyn Dodgers in which he became the first African American Major League baseball player. This image is considered one of Jackie's best and was licensed by the Old Gold Cigarette Company to use for their 1948 baseball advertising card issue. This is the first original photo we've seen using this image. Designated a TYPE 1 by PSA/DNA. Photo has been encapsulated by PSA/DNA and comes with a full LOA from PSA/DNA.
MIN BID $750
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