Mickey Mantle autograph Opinion

Got this Mantle signed ball in the early 90's from Upper Deck. It was part of a signing he apparently did with other triple crown winners Williams, Yaz and Robinson. I felt confident, at the time, buying from Upper Deck but recently someone put doubt in my mind as to the authenticity. I never really doubted the signature but was hoping to get a few second opinions. The more I look at it I don't like the N which is almost like a U in his last name..Any help would be appreciated. Ball came with adhered UD serial number and matching COA.

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Permalink Reply by John Spillane on December 19, 2018 at 4:11am

You're good!!

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Permalink Reply by John Spillane on December 19, 2018 at 4:27am

Just purchased this last week. Always loved his smaller autograph. A more perfect looking sig.

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Permalink Reply by Fuddjcal on December 19, 2018 at 7:47am

very nice John. Great dark Pen signature!

If it wasn't brown toned spotted Rocky Racoon, it would be something I'd like LOL. Maybe in 20 years the entire ball will tone and it will look better. I'm sure you got a nice price on it too with all the fakes out there.

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Permalink Reply by John Spillane on December 19, 2018 at 9:09am

Thanks, Fudd! Appreciate it. I got it for $350. I was well aware of the toning, but couldn't resist the autograph. This other Mantle ball, which is much whiter, I bought from the same person last year.

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Permalink Reply by John on December 19, 2018 at 5:19am

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback. This definitely putsy mind at ease!! Beautiful Mantle ball! I like the flow of the M in his first name. Thanks again for the help!

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Permalink Reply by Fuddjcal on December 19, 2018 at 7:44am

The pointy n is a good thing. Actually 1 of Fudd's 10-point must system. That "someone" who put doubt in your mind, doesn't know a thing about Mantle autographs. It's a blazer! LOL

For an upperdeck signing ball, it is remarkably white. The upperdeck balls are very hard to find white like that as they are usually dropping more oil spots than a 65 rambler, even when it's stored in the green pouch it comes in.

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Permalink Reply by John on December 19, 2018 at 7:49am

Thank you for the feedback, I truly appreciate it!! I've taken very good care of this ball over the year's and will continue to until my kids sell it after im buried lol.