From the
Barry Halper Collection
The Father of Baseball
Alexander Joy Cartwright Inducted into the Hall in 1938
Formed the first Baseball Club September 1845.
Drafted the Game's first set of 20 rules to set it apart from other ball and bat games.The First Baseball Game was played on June, 19, 1846 at Elysian Fields in Hoboken, New Jersey. The Cartwright/ New York Clubs version of the game became the dominate version played as the Game slowly spread across the country.
(LOT 1113)
Alexander Cartwright handwritten letter, PSA/DNA Authenticated
A.J. Cartwright Esq. laid the "cornerstone" for Baseball's building & development! This is a great memento letter by the recognized Founder of the modern game of Baseball. This is a great piece for any fine collection!
MIN BID $500