{"product_id":"mickey-cochrane-hall-of-fame-plaque-cut-signature-psa-gem-mint-10-auto","title":"Mickey Cochrane Hall of Fame Plaque Cut Signature PSA Gem Mint 10 Auto","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"61\"\u003e\nMickey Cochrane Hall of Fame Plaque Cut Signature – PSA\/DNA Certified, GEM MT 10 Auto Grade (Cert #85716825)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"766\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"187\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e\nOffered here is an outstanding \u003cstrong data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"248\"\u003eHall of Fame plaque cut\u003c\/strong\u003e signed by legendary catcher \u003cstrong data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eMickey Cochrane\u003c\/strong\u003e. The autograph, penned in vibrant blue ink across the top of the plaque, includes the inscription \u003cem data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"410\"\u003e“Best Wishes”\u003c\/em\u003e above his full signature, “Mickey Cochrane.” The placement is ideal, and the signature exhibits remarkable clarity and flow, earning PSA\/DNA’s top \u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"571\"\u003eGEM MT 10\u003c\/strong\u003e grade. The reverse is backed in solid black, allowing the signed side to stand out prominently. This beautifully preserved example is housed in PSA’s tamper-evident slab for enduring protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"794\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eMickey Cochrane\u003c\/strong\u003e (1903–1962) was one of the greatest catchers in baseball history and a dynamic leader on and off the field. As the fiery backstop for \u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eConnie Mack’s Philadelphia Athletics\u003c\/strong\u003e and later the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003eDetroit Tigers\u003c\/strong\u003e, Cochrane helped guide his teams to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003efive American League pennants\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003ethree World Series championships\u003c\/strong\u003e. He was named \u003cstrong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eAL MVP twice\u003c\/strong\u003e (1928, 1934) and compiled a career batting average of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e.320\u003c\/strong\u003e, a rare feat for a catcher. Tragically, his career was cut short in 1937 when he was struck in the head by a pitch, but his leadership and impact on the game earned him a place in Cooperstown in 1947. Signed Hall of Fame plaque cuts from Cochrane—particularly in such pristine condition—are exceptionally scarce and coveted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Encapsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\nThis item is authenticated and encapsulated by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003ePSA\/DNA\u003c\/strong\u003e with the following details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eCertification Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85716825\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eAutograph Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e GEM MT 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eLabel Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"CUT – MICKEY COCHRANE – PSA\/DNA CERTIFIED – AUTO GRADE\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eEncapsulated in a PSA tamper-evident slab with barcode and QR code\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eAdditional Documentation \u0026amp; Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eAt buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003eClosing Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003e\nThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003eMickey Cochrane Hall of Fame plaque cut\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premier investment-grade collectible, showcasing a flawless GEM MINT 10 signature with warm personalization. A rare artifact from one of baseball’s fiercest competitors and most respected leaders, it is a true gem for any advanced Hall of Fame or catcher-themed collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2503\"\u003eShipping Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003eFor insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. 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