At a recent Goldin Co. auction, a 1965 Original Type 1 Photo of legendary football player Joe Namath fetched an impressive $197,640, setting a new record for Type 1 football photos. This particular photo is famously used for Namath’s iconic rookie card and has become one of the most sought-after football cards in the collecting world.
The high sale price of the 1965 photo at the November Elite Auction at Goldin Co. emphasizes its significant value in the realm of sports collectibles. It is a testament to the enduring allure of Joe Namath’s legacy in sports memorabilia.
Alongside the iconic Namath photo, the Goldin Co. auction featured several other notable items that garnered attention from collectors:
– A 1967 Muhammad Ali/Wilt Chamberlain dual-signed Type 1 photo, capturing both sports legends during a promotional appearance for the “Wide World of Sports” fight, sold for $17,080.
– A Michael Jordan 1984-85 rookie year signed Type 1 photo also went for the same price of $17,080, showcasing the demand for basketball collectibles.
– A 1994 Tiger Woods Type 1 photo, representing the year he graduated high school and became the youngest U.S. Amateur Championship winner, was sold for $7,595, reflecting the interest in golf memorabilia.
Among the other remarkable Type 1 photos in the auction were:
– A Michael Jordan 1988 Playoffs Type 1 photo by the New York Times, commemorating the first time Jordan scored back-to-back 50 point games in NBA playoff history. This photo fetched $6,100.
– A rare 1983 George Brett “Pine Tar Game” Type 1 photo capturing the infamous moment when Brett had to be restrained from attacking the home-plate umpire with his deemed illegal bat. This photo sold for $4,574.
– A 1985 Mike Tyson Sports Illustrated Shoot Type 1 photo, capturing Tyson in trainer Cus D’Amato’s Catskills gym, fetched $3,660, showcasing the enduring fascination with the boxing legend.
These impressive sales at Goldin Co. highlight the rich history and enduring fascination with sports photography and memorabilia. They showcase the moments and figures that have defined various sports eras and continue to captivate collectors around the world. Whether it’s a rare rookie card photo or an iconic moment captured on film, sports memorabilia continues to hold great value and significance to fans and collectors alike.
