Fine Satchel Paige Rookie photograph c.1948 (PSA/DNA Type I)

Fine Satchel Paige Rookie photograph c.1948 (PSA/DNA Type I). Black and white 8"x10" photograph showing Paige with the Indians during his Rookie season in Major League baseball. He had debuted at age (42) as the first African American pitcher in the American League and would help power Cleveland to the pennant. Paige had already spent over (2) decades cementing his legacy with some of Negro League baseballs' most noted teams displaying exceptional control, durability, showmanship, and longevity. Light overall wear generally takes the form of some corner creasing. "Acme" and "United Press" stampings on back. Encapsulated by PSA/DNA (Type I): VG

Estimate:£5,632.23

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