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1984 Yankees Scorebook & Souvenir Program Signed by Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra & Whitey Ford – JSA Certified
Description:
Offered here is an original 1984 New York Yankees Scorebook and Souvenir Program titled Yankee Tradition: Retired Numbers, boldly signed on the front cover by four legendary Hall of Famers: Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, and Whitey Ford. Each signature appears in vivid blue fiber-tip marker, with Mantle’s autograph prominently positioned across the "Yankees" title masthead. The magazine measures 8.5” x 11” and remains in excellent condition with bright color and strong visual appeal.
Historical Context:
This collectible pays tribute to the rich legacy of the New York Yankees, featuring iconic figures whose retired numbers are enshrined in the team’s history.
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Mickey Mantle (#7): The switch-hitting slugger and 3-time AL MVP defined Yankee greatness in the post-DiMaggio era.
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Joe DiMaggio (#5): A nine-time World Series champion, DiMaggio’s 56-game hitting streak remains one of baseball’s most unbreakable records.
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Yogi Berra (#8): Known for both his catching prowess and colorful quotes, Berra won an astounding 10 World Series titles.
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Whitey Ford (#16): The Yankees’ all-time winningest pitcher, Ford was a six-time World Series champion and the 1961 Cy Young Award winner.
The 1984 program itself honors Yankee legends with a collage of photos and numbers retired by the franchise, making it a fitting canvas for these four signatures.
Authentication & Encapsulation:
This signed program has been fully authenticated by James Spence Authentication (JSA) and includes a Letter of Authenticity with certification number ZZ33799. The LOA verifies all four autographs as genuine and executed in blue fiber-tip marker. The program remains unaltered and unslabbed, maintaining its original 1984 format.
Closing Appeal:
Combining the signatures of four Yankee Hall of Famers on a visually rich, commemorative cover, this multi-signed 1984 scorebook is a powerful tribute to baseball’s most storied franchise. An outstanding piece for collectors of Yankees memorabilia, Hall of Fame autographs, or 20th-century baseball history.
