Ball used at the Polo Grounds vs. the New York Giants. Colorful hand painted and lettered baseball has game information throughout incl. score, win number, rendering of baseball diamond (stats lettered within), and pair of hand drawn pictures (1 a Phillies jersey captioned "Robbie Has To Be Great To Win"). Evident usage wear, age toning, even coat of shellac, and light scuffing/crazing throughout. Outstanding example with regard to artwork and display value. Includes copy letter of provenance from the Roberts family: EX
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